Multi Skilled Operative – Hints Quarry, Tamworth
Join a role where you can learn, develop and build a long‑term career.
Are you someone who enjoys hands‑on, practical work and being outdoors? Do you take pride in doing a job well and working as part of a team? Would you like the chance to learn new skills, gain recognised plant experience and build a long‑term career in a stable industry? If so, this could be the opportunity for you.
We’re looking for a motivated, hands‑on Multi Skilled Operative to join our team at Hints Sand and Gravel Quarry in Tamworth, Staffordshire. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys practical work, thrives outdoors and is keen to learn new skills within a growing industry.
You’ll receive full training, work in a varied and active role and be supported to develop your skills operating mobile plant such as loading shovels and dump trucks – all within a team that values progression and development.
This role is easily accessible from Lichfield, Burntwood, Ashby‑de‑la‑Zouch, Atherstone, Aldridge, Walsall, Rugeley, Burton‑on‑Trent, Nuneaton and surrounding areas.
What you’ll be doing
Reporting to the Section Manager you will play a key role in keeping the site running safely and efficiently:
- Operating mobile plant such as dump trucks and loading shovels
- Supporting production targets and managing stock levels
- Carrying out inspections, reporting defects and assisting with maintenance
- Ensuring all plant meets safety standards
- Maintaining high housekeeping standards across site
- Working collaboratively to deliver materials on time
- Following all Health, Safety, Environmental and Quality procedures
What we’re looking for
- Experience in an industrial, outdoor or similar operative/labouring role
- Interest in plant, machinery or quarry operations (preferred)
- Mobile plant licences – shovel or dump truck (preferred)
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Positive attitude with a willingness to learn
- Flexible approach to working hours
- Full UK driving licence and basic IT skills
No quarry experience? No problem. We provide full training and support for the right person.
Benefits
- 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 including (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & cars, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
- Training and development opportunities
Tarmac is committed to a forces‑friendly workplace. If you’re coming from a military background, we’ll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.
We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal‑opportunity employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.
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