At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate loading shovels and manage stockyard operations in a busy quarry.
- Company: Join Tarmac, a leader in the construction materials industry.
- Benefits: Enjoy bonuses, enhanced holidays, and access to discounts and support services.
- Other info: Dynamic, inclusive workplace with opportunities for training and career growth.
- Why this job: Be part of a team that produces essential materials for construction while prioritising safety.
- Qualifications: Wheeled Loading Shovel licence and strong teamwork skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Salary and Hours: Excellent Salary + Overtime + Bonus + Benefits
Monday – Thursday: 6:30am – 5:15pm | Friday: 6:30am – 4:30pm (1-hour break)
Location: Leyburn, North Yorkshire, England
About the Role:
Are you an experienced Loading Shovel Operative looking for your next opportunity? At Tarmac, we are looking for a motivated and safety-focused individual to join our friendly team at Nosterfield Sand and Gravel Quarry in North Yorkshire. This location is easily accessible from Ripon, Thirsk, Harrogate, Darlington, Stockton-on-Tees, Middlesbrough, York and the surrounding areas. As a key member of our operations team, you’ll play an important role in producing high‑quality aggregate materials that support the construction industry while maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, environmental and quality performance.
Responsibilities:
- Managing a busy stockyard, loading wagons and blending materials to specification
- Operating mobile plant machinery, including a loading shovel
- Working with aggregates and supporting daily quarry operations
- Collaborating with colleagues to ensure customers receive quality products and on‑time deliveries
- Carrying out site safety, geotechnical and maintenance inspections as part of the wider team
- Promoting and maintaining a culture of zero harm and behavioural safety
- Ensuring compliance with site health, safety and environmental requirements
Qualifications:
- Wheeled Loading Shovel licence (essential)
- Previous quarrying and mobile plant operating experience (advantageous)
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Flexible approach and willingness to support operational requirements
- Positive attitude and desire to develop both operational and supervisory skills
- Knowledge of Risk Assessments and Safe Systems of Work (HIRA)
- Excellent time‑keeping and a dependable work ethic
- Confidence to raise safety concerns and contribute to continuous improvement
- Full UK Driving Licence
Benefits:
- Bonus scheme
- Enhanced holiday entitlement
- Contributory pension scheme
- Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
- Access to the Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
- Access to Employee Communities (religious, ethnic, cultural heritage, LGBTQ+, parents & carers, ability, wellbeing, female voice and menopause)
- Training and development opportunities
EEO Statement:
We are committed to creating a dynamic, inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Our people come from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences, and we believe that diversity helps us build stronger teams and better results. We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you. Tarmac is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer. If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.
