Plant Multi-Skilled Operative

DAYS ONLY, Monday to Friday, (OTE of £38,000). A major international construction materials company is seeking a motivated Plant /Multi-Skilled Operative. Joining a friendly, supportive team with a family feel, clear development opportunities and a focus on safety and performance. In this hands‑on role, you’ll support daily operations by operating mobile and static plant, working closely with site management to ensure equipment is used safely, well maintained and running efficiently.

Location: Barnstaple; commutable from South Molton, Bideford, Umberleigh, Chulmleigh, Minehead, Ilfracombe, Great Torrington

• Salary between £27,236 to £28,500; with (OTE of £38,000 with overtime & bonus)
• Strong benefits including a generous company pension, life assurance and enhanced family‑friendly support, reflecting the organisation’s commitment to employee wellbeing
• Weekly productivity bonus
• Overtime available (including at least 1 Saturday per month)
• Access to a wide range of discounts
• Comprehensive wellbeing resources
• Continuous learning and development opportunities within a globally respected business
• A welcoming, friendly, supportive, inclusive workplace
• Clear progression for the right employee

• Operate a range of fixed and mobile plant safely and competently
• Undertake routine upkeep tasks including cleaning, refuelling and greasing machinery
• Follow manufacturer instructions and company procedures for all equipment
• Promote a strong safety culture through near‑miss reporting and safe behaviours
• Assist with other quarry tasks as directed by the management team
• Work effectively with colleagues to ensure steady and productive site operations

• Mobile plant operating tickets or willingness to complete
• Good understanding of Health & Safety principles and safe working methods
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team‑focused environment
• A proactive attitude and commitment to safe site operation
• Experience in quarrying, aggregates or a comparable industrial setting is advantageous

If you’re a reliable operator who takes pride in working safely and contributing to a productive environment, we encourage you to apply. Plant / Multi‑Skilled Operative we welcome candidates with experience in roles such as Plant Operator, Quarry Operative or Worker, Construction Operative, Groundworker, Forklift or Telehandler Driver, Loading Shovel or Excavator Operator, Heavy Machinery Operator, Factory, Production or Manufacturing Operative, Warehouse or Yard Operative, Materials Handler, Mechanical or Maintenance Technician, Fitter, Labourer, Recycling Operative, Plant Site Worker or Agricultural Machinery Operator.