Multi Skilled Operative

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Job Reference tarmac/TP/112/8201

Apply for this job Number of Positions: 1 Contract Type: Permanent Salary: Excellent Salary + Overtime + Bonus + Benefits Working Hours: 40 - Mon to Fri 8 hrs per day Location: Carmarthen Closing Date: 03/11/2026 Job Functions: Operations, Quarrying and Production Region / Division: Operations A&A Business Unit: South West & Wales

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 recruiting for a Multi Skilled Operative to join our amazing team at our Tarmac Torcoed Quarry and Asphalt Plant in Porthyrhyd near Carmarthen, South Wales. As well as Porthyrhyd and Carmarthen this site is accessible from Llanelli, Gorslas, Ammanford, Gorseinon, Swansea, Morriston, Neath, Ystradgynlais, Port Talbot, Lampeter, Newcastle Emlyn, St Clears, Haverfordwest, Narberth, Tenby 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, 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 are 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. 

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 
• Operating heavy mobile plant, excavators, dump trucks and front end loaders
• 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 the role of Multi Skilled Operative we would expect a candidate to evidence:

• Knowledge of Plant and ideally possess previous working experience in quarry or mobile Plant including loading shovel excavator and Quarry trucks
• Shovel 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 literate

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 y