Asphalt Surfacing Operative

2 months ago


Taunton, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

Our client is one of the UK's largest independent surfacing contractors, delivering bespoke surfacing solutions across a wide range of industries nationwide and throughout the UK.

We are seeking experienced multi-skilled asphalt surfacing operatives to join our team, reporting directly to the Foreman. As part of our Surfacing Asphalt gang, you will be responsible for the preparation, laying, and finishing of hot asphalt and other surfacing materials in accordance with specification standards. This position has two shift patterns you will be required to work days or nights, the length of each shift would be 10 hours.

Role Responsibilities:

Assisting in the preparation of road surfaces and ensuring the area is ready for asphalt or other surfacing materials.
Responsible for laying hot coated asphalt products as part of our surfacing crew across our sectors such as aviation, commercial, highways, leisure and local authority and more.
Safely operating items of hand tools, plant and machinery associated with asphalt surfacing (paver, tractors, rollers, Stihl saw and breakers)
Perform banksman duties for items of plant and delivery vehicles
Monitor the quality of asphalt application, ensuring specification, temperature, and finish.
Conduct daily checks and routine maintenance for example: greasing, cleaning, topping up fluids to ensure optimal functioning of tools and machinery.
Promote and uphold a strong safety culture, driving a zero-harm and safety-first mindset throughout.
Working hours will be 10 hours

Requirements:

A valid CSCS Card
CPCS/NPORS
Streetworks Ticket (SNRSWA Beneficial)
Previous experience in the road surfacing or highways industry
Experience in operating surfacing plant and machinery (Preferred)
Driving Licence
Excellent attitude to all aspects of Health and Safety

Benefits:

25 days paid annual leave plus bank holidays, annual leave buy and sell scheme and years’ service entitlement increase.
Cycle to work scheme, Birthday bonus, Discount Portal, Company social events, Saving Scheme and Life Assurance.
Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave
Access to support services for personal and professional wellbeing.
Performance Bonus
Employee Referral Scheme
Employee Volunteering Programme
Learning and Development
Supportive Culture



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