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February 16, 2023 | Comments Off on Asphalt Plant Operative
Are you looking for something different? Bored of the humdrum 9 to 5 or simply looking for a change in scenery? We're currently recruiting for an Operator to join our operations team based in our Wickwar Quarry in Gloucestershire.
Working for the largest independent construction materials business in the UK and Ireland, you'll be provided with real, practical experience and mentoring by industry experts. You'll also have the opportunity to attain an NVQ in Mobile Plant Operations, with further training available to support you in achieving your career aspirations.
What you'll be doing:
Working in the batching office where you'll learn to run our Asphalt Plant
Operating heavy machinery to support our Asphalt operations
Supporting your team members in a fast-paced environment
Helping us to ensure compliance with environmental, health and safety policy and regulations, including manual handling and safe systems of work guidelines
Adhering to best Practice Health & Safety guidelines
Maintain good housekeeping practices ensuring all work areas are kept clean and tidy
What we would love you to bring to the role:
Reliable with a strong work ethic
A friendly, positive attitude
A commitment to health and safety
A conscientious approach to your work
Flexible approach to tasks and desire to work as part of a team
It would be an advantage if you have worked in a similar role before and have experience of driving a Loading Shovel
Please note owing to the location of the Quarry public transport is limited, therefore you must be able to reliably get yourself to work.
We pride ourselves on developing our team and promoting from within. There will be opportunities to qualify in operating other machinery and we will support you in achieving your career aspirations.
What we offer:
A competitive salary (plus the option to earn overtime on top!)
25 days holiday, plus 8 bank holidays
Company Pension Scheme
Company Life Assurance
Access to our brilliant employee benefits platform
Access to our Employee Assistant Programme 24/7
Job type: full-time, permanent
Closing date: 2nd March 2023
By applying for this role, your details will be sent to Ortolan People, who are engaged to provide recruitment support in processing applications. We will endeavour to respond to all applicants within three working days. Occasionally for roles with a very high volume of applicants, this may not be possible.