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We are currently recruiting for a Highways Operative to join our Highways team working on the Norwich project of works. The role is based from our Tarmac Norwich site, in Norfolk and is accessible and commutable from such locations as Norwich, Wymondham, Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft, Sheringham, Thetford, Swaffham, Fakenham, Cromer, Kings Lynn, Downham Market, Beccles, Gillingham, The Broads, Aylesham, North Walsham, Dereham 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 ResponsibilitiesAs the Highways Operative you will be instrumental in the successful delivery of kerbing, paving, drainage and patching works within the Norwich and Norfolk region by Tarmac along with our sub-contractors.
Other responsibilities for this role of Highways Operative will include:
Support the delivery of our programme of Highways works
Work within a crew to undertake works orders in a planned fashion and to the highest quality
Have a keen eye for detail and report Safety Observations on our Tarmac reporting system
Carry out pre-start checks on each machine you are operating (including hired-in plant)
Work to your gangs targets and minimise costs to maximise profitability and offer any alternative methods of working
Ensure all plant is safely and securely stored in the designated areas at the end of your shift
Be proactive and update your personal training plan with your line manager at your regular review sessions
Achievement of Company and Contractual KPI’s and year-on-year improvement of Contract/Scheme KPI’s
H & S – Zero accidents and environmental incidents
Ensure all Health and Safety standards are being adhered too across all works alongside collaborating, promoting and developing Health, Safety and wellbeing innovations
You must be able to work overtime to cover out of hours emergency call out as directed
The Ideal CandidateIt is preferred that the successful candidate for the role of Highways Operative will have the following:
ESSENTIAL
NRSWA card
Experience in construction and highways maintenance works
A valid UK full manual car driving licence – no more than 6 points
Why UsIn addition to the role of Highways Operative we offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives, and 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 inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & Carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female Voice, and Menopause
Training and development opportunities
Interested? Why not click here to find out more? Go on… are you ready to build your future?
armac is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when this happens we sometimes bring the published closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.
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