Asphalt Plant Operator

2 weeks ago


Cockermouth, United Kingdom Breedon Group plc Full time

**Description**:
We are currently seeking an Asphalt Plant Operator to join our team at Moota, Cumbria.

This role will report directly to the Quarry Manager.

**Key Responsibilities**:
Your key responsibilities will be to batch asphalt and carry out general day to day maintenance of the plant. Other roles will include operating a loading shovel and weighbridge operations, ensuring this is done in accordance with our safety, environmental and quality procedures.

You will also be required to assist with the day to day operations on site, including but not limited to:

- Day to day maintenance and operations of the asphalt plant
- Promoting the company’s safety culture through example
- Operate systems in accordance with procedures

**Skills, Knowledge & Expertise**:
Experience of working within an asphalt plant would be an advantage as would a positive record and attitude towards health and safety, however training will be provided.

You should be flexible and adaptable in your approach to work and be able to remain calm under pressure.

Please be aware that some night working may be required as part of this role.

**Benefits**:

- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Pension Scheme
- Sharesave scheme
- Life Assurance
- Training & development opportunities
- Employee assistance programme
- Access to our employee benefits platform, giving you discounts on a wide variety of high street shops and brands

**About Breedon Group plc**:
Breedon is a leading vertically-integrated construction materials group in Great Britain and Ireland.