Mobile Multi Skilled Operative

Date: 2026-08-21

Location: Nairnshire, Highland, GB

Application Deadline: 2026-09-19T08:40:30.407

Job Overview

Mobile Multi Skilled Operative Quarry Location: Park Quarry | Mobile role across the Caledonian region

Looking for a practical, hands-on role where no two days are the same? If you enjoy operating plant, working outdoors and being part of a close-knit team that takes pride in getting the job done right, this could be the opportunity for you.

We're recruiting a Mobile Multi Skilled Operative to support quarry operations across multiple sites in the Caledonian region, based from Tarmac Park Quarry, Nairn, Inverness. The role involves operating a range of mobile and static plant and supporting safe, efficient production of construction materials.

This role is easily accessible from Inverness, Nairn, Forres, Ardersier, Culloden, Smithton and surrounding areas. A company van is provided due to multi-site working.

What You'll Be Doing

As part of a skilled operational team, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day running of quarry operations, including:

Operating quarry plant and machinery such as loading shovels, excavators and processing plant

Supporting mobile and static plant operations

Carrying out day-to-day maintenance, inspections and excellent housekeeping

Working closely with colleagues to ensure quality materials and on-time deliveries

Championing a zero-harm safety culture and following site H&S systems

Supporting weighbridge and general site duties where required (Full training provided)

What We're Looking For

You don't need to tick every box - attitude and willingness to learn are just as important as experience. Ideally, you will have operational experience gained within a quarry, aggregates or heavy plant environment, but we will consider other heavy industries. You will also have:

Experience operating loading shovel, excavator or quarry plant (preferred)

A flexible, team-focused mindset with strong safety awareness

Good communication skills and the confidence to raise issues

Awareness of risk assessments, SSOW / permits (preferred)

Basic IT skills

Good timekeeping and reliability

Relevant plant licences (advantageous but not essential)

Full UK driving licence (company vehicle is provided with role)

Working Pattern

Mobile role across Caledonian sites

Flexibility required to meet production needs

Occasional Saturday morning working

Why Tarmac

At Tarmac, we believe who you are matters. We're proud of the work we do, the standards we set, and the people who make it happen. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive working environment where people can develop and succeed.

Ready to build something solid with us? Apply now and take the next step in your operative career with 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 join our Employee Communities (employee networks), currently nine communities including REACH: Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice, and menopause

Training and development opportunities

Tarmac is committed to being a Forces-friendly employer. 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 an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know – we're here to support you.

Ready to build your future? Click Apply to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don't wait too long!

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Mobile Multi Skilled Operative QuarryLocation: Park Quarry | Mobile role across the Caledonian regionLooking for a practical, hands-on role where no two days are the same?If you enjoy operating plant, working outdoors and being part of a close-knit team that takes pride in getting the job done right, this could be the opportunity for you.Were recruiting a Mobile Multi Skilled Operative to support quarry operations across multiple sites in the Caledonian region, based from Tarmac Park Quarry, Nairn, Inverness. The role involves operating a range of mobile and static plant and supporting safe, efficient production of construction materials.This role is easily accessible from Inverness, Nairn, Forres, Ardersier, Culloden, Smithton and surrounding areas. A company van is provided due to multi-site working.What Youll Be DoingAs part of a skilled operational team, youll play a key role in the day-to-day running of quarry operations, including:Operating quarry plant and machinery such as
loading shovels, excavators and processing plantSupporting mobile and static plant operationsCarrying out day-to-day maintenance, inspections and excellent housekeepingWorking closely with colleagues to ensure quality materials and on-time deliveriesChampioning a zero-harm safety culture and following site H&S systemsSupporting weighbridge and general site duties where required (Full training provided)What Were Looking ForYou dont need to tick every box - attitude and willingness to learn are just as important as experience. Ideally you will have operational experience gained within a quarry, aggregates or heavy plant environment but we will consider other heavy industries. You will also have:Experience operating loading shovel, excavator or quarry plant (preferred)A flexible, team-focused mindset with strong safety awarenessGood communication skills and the confidence to raise issuesAwareness of risk assessments, SSOW / permits (preferred)Basic IT skillsGood timekeeping and
reliabilityRelevant plant licences (advantageous but not essential)Full UK driving licence (company vehicle is provided with role)Working PatternMobile role across Caledonian sitesFlexibility required to meet production needsOccasional Saturday morning workingWhy TarmacAt Tarmac, we believe who you are matters. Were proud of the work we do, the standards we set, and the people who make it happen. We actively encourage applications from a wide range of backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive working environment where people can develop and succeed.Ready to build something solid with us? Apply now and take the next step in your operative career with 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 schemeEnhanced holiday entitlementContributory pension schemeAccess to the Tarmac Reward website with
discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential adviceAccess 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 menopauseTraining and development opportunitiesTarmac is committed to being a Forces-friendly employer. If youre coming from a military background, well support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.Were proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, were here to support you.Ready to build your future? Click Apply to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so dont wait
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