Multi Skilled Operative

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Job Reference tarmac/TP/117/8209

Apply for this job Number of Positions: 1 Contract Type: Permanent Salary: Excellent Salary + Overtime + Bonus + Benefits Working Hours: 48 Location: Elgin Closing Date: 11/11/2026 Job Functions: Operations, Quarrying and Production Region / Division: Operations A&A Business Unit: North & Scotland

Job Introduction

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. 

We are currently looking for a Multi Skilled Operative to join our friendly team based at Tarmac Cloddach Sand & Gravel Quarry, Elgin, near Inverness. The key element of this role is loader operator/ static plant operator and the site is easily accessible from Elgin, Forres, Kinloss, Lossiemouth and the surrounding areas.

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.

 

Main Responsibilities

Reporting to the Section Manager the role of Multi Skilled Operative is part of a key team of Operatives producing dry aggregates material for the construction industry. As well as delivering best in class Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality performance for our Plant operations, as Multi Skilled Operative you will specifically focus on operational tasks including:

 

• Working with aggregates on site and operating machinery (including dumpers, loading shovels, forklift and blocking operation)
• Day to day maintenance of the static plant, maintaining the highest levels of housekeeping
• Training and operation on static plant operations to help drive plant optimisation
• Working with other members of the team to ensure that customers get good quality material and on-time deliveries
• Loading shovel (mobile Plant) – preferred but not essential
• Maintaining and driving a culture of zero harm and behavioural safety
• Compliance and awareness Health and Safety measure around the site
• Additional duties may be required but full training provided

 

The Ideal Candidate

Suitable candidates for the role Multi Skilled Operative will be able to demonstrate proven experience preferably working within a similar aggregates environment or an Industrial or Factory environment as an operative or labourer. You will also possess good communication skills and have a real desire in developing both operative and supervisory skills.

 

As part of an operational team, candidates for the role of Multi Skilled Operative will also:

 

• Have knowledge of the industry, Plant and ideally of quarrying
• Previous experience as loader operator/ static plant operator preferred
• Be flexible and able to work as part of an effective Quarry Operative team
• Be self motivated and able to motivate other colleagues in the team
• Have knowledge of Risk Assessments within role of operative
• Have knowledge of SSOW (HIRA) and Permit systems (preferred but not essential)
• Be compliant and engage with company policies, targets, goals and standards
• Good timekeeping
• Flexible working approach
• Good communication skills
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Be IT literate
• Shovel Licence – preferred but not 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 our Employee Communities, where you can network, learn from others, and increase your awareness of the support available to you.