Relief Operative

Tarmac Ltd; St Albans; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Relief Readymix Operative for their St Albans site. The role involves operating plant equipment and supporting production activities. Candidates should have skills in quarry operations and a commitment to safety. A full UK driving licence is required. The position includes access to a bonus scheme and employee assistance programs. Training and development opportunities will also be provided, ensuring a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Discounts on retailers via Tarmac Reward

Employee Assistance helpline

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in quarry operations or Readymix.
• Full UK driving licence is essential.
• Strong commitment to safety and good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operating plant equipment including batching systems.
• Supporting site production activities and inspections.
• Coordinating with drivers for efficient collection and delivery.

Skills

Quarry operations

Readymix or aggregates

Heavy plant operation

Manufacturing or production environments

Good communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Education

IOSH Working Safely

NVQ in fixed and mobile plant operations

Tools

Mobile plant tickets (loading shovel, ADT)

Job description

# Relief Operative### Job IntroductionWe are recruiting for a **Relief Readymix Operative** to join our Operations team covering the South East region, including **Tilbury, Elstow, Cambridge and St Albans**. This is a hands‑on operational role supporting day‑to‑day production activities across our Readymix sites.The successful candidate will help ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable running of the plant, supporting concrete batching, readymix operations, and general production tasks. Safety, quality, and operational discipline form the foundation of this role.**Main Responsibilities**As a **Readymix Operative**, you will be responsible for:**Plant & Production Operations*** Operating plant equipment including batching systems, fixed and mobile machinery (training provided if needed)* Supporting site production activities such as stock management, inspections, and site operations* Assisting with the safe and efficient production of Readymix concrete to meet customer and quality requirements* Monitoring material levels and reporting stock needs**Safety & Compliance*** Following all Health & Safety, environmental, and operational policies* Completing daily checks, reporting defects, and supporting safe systems of work* Ensuring site housekeeping is maintained to a high standard**Customer & Haulier Interaction*** Coordinating with drivers and hauliers to support efficient collection and delivery* Engaging with Distribution and Technical teams to support smooth site operations**General Site Support*** Assisting contractors on site* Supporting continuous improvement activities to enhance performance and site efficiency* Adapting to changing site demands and assisting other operational areas when needed**The Ideal Candidate**We welcome candidates with experience in:* Quarry operations* Readymix or aggregates* Heavy plant operation* Manufacturing or production environments**Experience in quarrying or RMX is beneficial but not essential** — full training will be provided.You will also be able to demonstrate:* Strong commitment to safety* Good communication and teamwork skills* Ability to work in a fast‑paced operational environment* Good attention to detail* Flexibility to support varying operational needs (including paid overtime)* A positive attitude and willingness to learn**Preferred (training can be provided):*** IOSH Working Safely* NVQ in fixed and mobile plant operations* Mobile plant tickets (loading shovel, ADT, etc.)**Essential Criteria**This role includes use of a company van, therefore a full UK driving licence is essential.**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 opportunitiesWe’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: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!**#Tarmac #TarmacCareers #concrete #readymix #construction**Tarmac Trading LimitedTarmac Trading Limited### Attached documents| | || --- | --- || Salary | Excellent Salary + Bonus + Benefits || Frequency | Annual || Job Reference | tarmac/TP/188377/7524 || Contract Type | Permanent || Closing Date | 26 February, 2026 || Job Category | Operations, Quarrying and Production || Business Unit | South East || Location | St. Albans, United Kingdom || Posted on | 27 January, 2026 || OpenStreetMap contributorsDirections to### Spread the word