Mobile Multiskilled Operative

Love being outdoors, operating heavy machinery, and working as part of a close-knit team? If you're looking for a role where no two days are the same, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

At Tarmac, the things that matter most are who you are, how you work with others, and your drive to make things better. If you're proud of doing a great job, enjoy working as part of a team, and want to build a long-term career with an industry leader, we'd love to hear from you.

We're currently recruiting for a Mobile Multi-Skilled Operative to join our team based at Cairdshill Quarry, Keith, supporting operations across multiple sites throughout the Caledonian region.

This is a varied, hands-on role that combines plant operation, site maintenance, problem-solving and teamwork, with the added benefit of travelling across different locations and environments. A company van will be provided.

This role is easily accessible from Inverurie, Insch, Turriff, Banff, Elgin, Kinloss, Lossiemouth, Keith and surrounding areas.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating mobile plant including loading shovels and excavators
• Operating mobile and static processing plant
• Carrying out weighbridge duties and supporting site operations
• Performing routine inspections and basic maintenance
• Maintaining high housekeeping standards across site
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure customers receive quality materials on time
• Championing a strong safety culture and helping drive our goal of Zero Harm
• Supporting compliance with Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality standards
• Undertaking additional operational duties as required, with full training provided

We're looking for someone who enjoys practical work, takes pride in doing things properly and is keen to develop their skills within a quarrying and aggregates environment. You'll ideally have:

• Experience with in quarrying, aggregates, construction, manufacturing or a similar heavy industry environment
• Experience operating loading shovels, excavators or processing plant (preferred but not essential)
• A flexible approach and willingness to support multiple sites
• Strong communication skills and a proactive attitude
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A commitment to safe working practices
• Good IT skills
• A full UK driving licence
• A shovel or excavator licence would be advantageous, but training can be provided for the right candidate

We don't just offer a job, we offer a career. Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:

• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
• Training and development opportunities

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.

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 Trading Limited