Plant Operative - Asphalt

The Company: 

• A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Plant Operative to work for a market leader in the supply of a wide range of Building Materials.  

• Internationally renowned, with a firm commitment to sustainable development.  

• Worked on some of the most prestigious construction products in the UK and internationally.  

• Committed to providing customers with the most reliable and comprehensive array of building materials, through tailoring to suit customers’ specific needs.  

• Home, Commercial Construction, Infrastructure, Agricultural, Industrial and other speciality applications.  

    

The Role of the Plant Operative:   

• The Plant Operative will be based in the companies Leeds Plant. 

• Working for this market leading manufacturer of building products you will specialise in Asphalt.  

• You’ll be working alongside the Plant Manager, Assistant Manager and 8 operatives. 

• As the Plant Operative you’ll operate the Loading Shovel, Mix Asphalt and discharge materials from the Train.  

• Responsibility for your own Health and Safety and any visitors or contractors to your site.  

• Typical working hours are Mon-Fri typically 5.30am-4.30pm (shifts) and Sat-Sun (6.30am-9.30am) – usually, 1 in 4 weekends are worked. 

• Sunday shift allowance is paid, £1200 per annum to be available to work up to 16 Sundays. 

• The site also runs at nights (one person covers train discharge) – rotated amongst the team 

• Due to health and safety, Drug and Alcohol Testing will take place during your employment. 

 

Benefits of the Plant Operative:   

• Basic Salary £28,500-£32,500 

• Sunday shift allowance £1200 per annum  

• 25 Days holiday+ Bank Holidays  

• Pension  

• Annual company performance bonus 

• Career prospects  

• Permanently employed role  

  

  The Ideal Person for the Plant Operative  

• Will have experience of working within the construction industry, preferably an Asphalt/Aggregate plant.  

• A minimum of one of these: Loading Shovel, Mix Asphalt or discharge materials from the Train.  

• Individuals with experience of working in a Quarry are encouraged to apply.   

• Flexibility and initiative are essential for this demanding and rewarding position.  

• A good level of physical fitness.  

• Commitment to Health, Safety and Environmental standards.  

 

If you think the role of Plant Operative is for you, apply now!  

  

Consultant: Sarah Dimmock   

Email: sarahd@otrsales.co.uk   

Tel no. 0208 397 4114  

Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK.  

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