Multi Skilled Operative

Tarmac Ltd; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is looking for a Multi Skilled Operative to join their team at the Stancombe Quarry in Bristol. The role involves operating mobile plant equipment, ensuring safety compliance, and working collaboratively with a team to meet production goals. Candidates should have experience in an industrial environment and possess strong communication skills. This position offers a permanent contract with competitive salary, bonus scheme, and various employee benefits including training and development opportunities.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Access to rewards website

Employee Assistance helpline

Training and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in an Industrial or Factory environment.
• Ability to work as part of a Multi-Skilled team.
• Good timekeeping and communication.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile plant including dump trucks and loading shovels.
• Assist with production targets and safety compliance.
• Conduct plant inspections and maintenance.

Skills

Knowledge of Plant operations

Good communication skills

Flexible work ability

Self-motivated

IT Literate

Education

Full UK Driving Licence

Tools

Shovel and dump truck Licence

Job description

# Multi Skilled Operative### Job IntroductionAt 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. We are currently recruiting for a **Multi Skilled Operative** to join our amazing team at our Tarmac Stancombe Quarry and Asphalt Plant, which is located in Flax Bourton, Bristol. This role is commutable from Weston-super-Mare, Bristol, Chepstow, Newport, Cardiff, Gloucester and the surrounding areasHere 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, therefore prior technical experience isn’t always necessary for success. **Role Responsibility**Reporting directly to the Section Manager the duties of the **Multi Skilled** **Operative** will include the day-to-day operations of either fixed or mobile plant. The quarry operator will work with an internal team to plan the mixing program, they will ensure that stocks are maintained and replenished in good time.Your role as a **Multi Skilled** **Operative** will include:* Working with other members of the team to ensure that customers get good quality material and on-time deliveries* Operation of the mobile plant including rigid and articulated dump trucks and loading shovel (mobile plant)* Assisting the Supervisor with meeting daily/weekly production targets* Ensuring Plant conforms with safety requirements at all times* Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality responsibilities* Following Health, Safety and Environmental policies and procedures* Inspections on the Plant and acting on defects and implement remedial action* Assisting in the maintenance regime of the Plant* Ensuring that Plant availability is maximised* Working to keep housekeeping around site to a high standard **The Ideal Candidate**The ideal candidate for the role of **Multi Skilled****Operative** will be able to demonstrate proven experience working within an Industrial, Factory or similar environment as an operative or labourer. As well as possessing good communication skills and have a real desire in developing both operative and supervisory skills.To succeed in this role we would expect a candidate to evidence:* Knowledge of Plant and ideally possess previous experience in quarry or mobile Plant operations* Shovel and dump truck Licence – desirable* 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* Good timekeeping – flexible as to the Units requirements* Good communication skills – bringing problems to the attention of Line Management* Full UK Driving Licence* IT LiteratePrevious experience as a **Multi Skilled** **Operative** working in a Quarry would prove highly beneficial however this is not essential as training will be given to the right candidate. **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 #Aggregates #operative #quarryoperative #multiskilledoperative #asphaltoperative #plantjobs #quarrying #quarryingoperations #asphalt #asphaltjobs #FlaxBourton #Bristol #Weston-super-Mare #Chepstow #Newport #Cardiff #Gloucester #LI-RE1Tarmac Trading LimitedTarmac Trading Limited### Attached documents| | || --- | --- || Salary | Excellent Salary + Overtime + Bonus + Benefits || Frequency | Annual || Job Reference | tarmac/TP/115/7552 || Contract Type | Permanent || Closing Date | 9 March, 2026 || Job Category | Operations, Quarrying and Production || Business Unit | South West & Wales || Location | Bristol, United Kingdom || Posted on | 4 February, 2026 || OpenStreetMap contributorsDirections to### Spread the word