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General Operative, Manufacturing ​/ Production

Job in Leeds, West Yorkshire, ME17, England, UK
Listing for: Tarmac Trading Limited
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-10
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 GBP Yearly GBP 60000.00 80000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
### Job Introduction We are currently looking for a General Plant Operative Here at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.  
* Be flexible and able to work as part of an effective Multi-Skilled Operative team
* Be self motivated and able to motivate other colleagues in the team
* Be compliant and engage with company policies, targets,goals and standards
* Be IT literate
* Shovel Licence advantageous
** Why Tarmac
** 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

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. Click ‘Apply’ to get started.

Please note:

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Tarmac Trading Limited At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters. We want to get to know you. If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer.  to join our friendly team based at our Tarmac Cross Green Asphalt Plant in Leeds, Yorkshire.

This role is easily accessible from Leeds, Rothwell, Oulton, Swillington, Garforth, Wetherby, Whinmoor, Oakwood, Bradford, Dewsbury, Wakefield, Headingley, Otley, Castleford, Pontefract, Halifax and the surrounding areas.

This role will be working 48hrs per week Monday to Friday. The role of General Plant Operative gives you the opportunity to be part of our Ofsted outstanding Professional Operator Development Programme (PODP). We're passionate about development and progression here at Tarmac, and PODP provides an excellent foundation, giving you the knowledge, skills, behaviours, and confidence to be successful both personally and professionally.

On completion of the programme you will receive the Level 2 apprenticeship certification and the Industry recognised vocational qualification for the job role. Main Responsibilities As the successful candidate for the role of General Plant Operative you will be a part of the Multi-Skilled Operative team which produces dry aggregates material for the construction industry. As well as delivering best in class Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality performance for our Plant operations.

The role of General Plant Operative will specifically focus on operational tasks including:
* Operating the on site asphalt plant to produce various different ttype of asphalt product.
* Driving efficiencies and plant optimisation.
* Working with aggregates on site and operating machinery as per the role of General Plant Operative (including operating mobile plant).
* Day to day maintenance,maintaining the highest levels of housekeeping
* Maintenance and driving a culture of zero harm and behavioural safety
* Compliance and awareness Health and Safety measure around the site

The Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate for the role of General Plant Operative will be able to demonstrate proven experience working within an Industrial, Factory or similar production environment as an operative. As well as possess good communication skills and have a real desire in developing both operative and supervisory skills. As part of an operational team, suitable candidates for this role will also: | Salary | Excellent Salary + Overtime + Bonus + Benefits || Location | Leeds, United Kingdom |
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