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Tarmac

21d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Derby

AI generated summary

  • You must have experience in manufacturing, strong communication and numeracy skills, a team-focused attitude, manual handling experience, and availability for a 24/7 continental shift pattern.
  • You will operate equipment, report production, perform maintenance, ensure safety, support improvements, balance duties, foster teamwork, maintain quality, and exemplify good timekeeping.

Requirements

  • You’ll bring proven experience in a similar production or manufacturing environment along with:
  • Strong communication and numeracy skills
  • A team‑focused approach
  • Experience with manual handling
  • Reliability and willingness to work a continental shift pattern
  • Willingness to work 24/7 continental shift pattern. Rota: 12hr shift pattern averaging 42hrs per week. Week 1 Mon Tues night shift followed by Fri/Sat/Sun day shift (60hrs) Week 2 Wed/Thurs night shift (24hrs). Week 3 Mon/Tues day shift followed by Fri/Sat/Sun night shift (60hrs). Week 4 Wed/Thurs day shift (24hrs)

Responsibilities

  • Operating plant and equipment to meet or exceed production targets
  • Completing daily production reporting and operator preventative maintenance tasks
  • Ensuring Health & Safety rules and company policies are always followed
  • Supporting continuous improvement across process, plant and production areas
  • Balancing production line operation and cleaning duties
  • Building positive working relationships with production and maintenance colleagues
  • Ensuring high-quality products are produced efficiently
  • Maintaining good timekeeping and flexibility

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Shift Operative position?

The Shift Operative position follows a 24/7 continental shift pattern, averaging 42 hours per week.

Is experience in a specific field required for this role?

Yes, proven experience in a similar production or manufacturing environment is required for the Shift Operative position.

What shift pattern will I be working?

The shift pattern includes 12-hour shifts: Week 1 (Mon/Tues night, Fri/Sat/Sun day), Week 2 (Wed/Thurs night), Week 3 (Mon/Tues day, Fri/Sat/Sun night), and Week 4 (Wed/Thurs day).

Are there any specific skills required for this position?

Yes, candidates should have strong communication and numeracy skills, a team-focused approach, and experience with manual handling.

What benefits does Tarmac offer its employees?

Tarmac offers a bonus scheme, enhanced holiday entitlement, a contributory pension scheme, discounts on retailers and holidays, access to an Employee Assistance helpline, and training and development opportunities.

Does Tarmac support veterans in their transition to civilian employment?

Yes, Tarmac is committed to being a Forces-friendly employer and supports military personnel in building a successful career with us.

Is there an opportunity for career development within Tarmac?

Yes, Tarmac provides access to industry-leading development opportunities and training for career progression.

Can I apply for this job if I need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process?

Yes, Tarmac is committed to creating an inclusive environment and will provide support if you need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

How can I apply for the Shift Operative position?

You can apply by clicking the ‘Apply’ button on the job listing; however, be aware that roles may close early due to high interest.

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Tarmac

The UK's leading sustainable construction solutions business.

Real Estate
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2015
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Tarmac is the UK’s leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Our company combines the knowledge and expertise of two of the construction industry’s most iconic brands: Tarmac, the pioneers of the modern road and Blue Circle, the company that patented Portland Cement. Our innovative products and solutions not only safely deliver the infrastructure needed to grow the UK economy today but also help to create a more sustainable built environment for the country’s long term future. We have contributed to some of the UK’s biggest construction projects, including The Sainsbury Laboratory, Wembley Stadium, Heathrow Terminal 5, Blackpool Sea Defences, The Shard and London 2012. We have over 150 years of experience and directly employs around 7,000 people across a nationwide network of over 400 sites. Our solutions span aggregates, asphalt, cement, lime, offsite manufacturing, readymix concrete, road contracting services, building products and recycling services. This unique combination of people, technology and assets enables us to offer customers unrivalled choice, innovation and flexibility. Safety is at the core of our business, and underpins the way we operate; beginning with a commitment to providing a safe environment for all employees, as well as contractors and the communities around our sites. We are one of the largest recyclers of construction materials in the UK and a net consumer of waste. We're also one of the UK’s largest landowners, providing environmental stewardship for thousands of acres of countryside. Tarmac is part of CRH plc. CRH is a leading global diversified building materials group, employing c.87,000 people at c.3,800 operating locations in 31 countries worldwide. With a market capitalisation of c.€27 billion (March 2017), CRH is the largest building materials company in North America and the second largest worldwide Prior to its acquisition by CRH from Lafarge SA and Anglo American Plc on 31 July 2015, the business was known as Lafarge Tarmac.