Apprentice Operative - Road Surfacing tarmac/TP/112/5123 TARMAC TRADING LIMITED

Are you considering an apprenticeship to kick start your career? Come and join us as an Apprentice Operative in Road Surfacing at Tarmac, based from our Flax Bourton Site close to Bristol, you'll get experience in various tasks that will help develop your skills, qualify and allow you to progress within the business!

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 19 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

Annual wage

£18,000.00

Salary included above is for the 1st 12 months whilst on programme. After month 12, this salary increases. If you are aged 21 or over on your first anniversary, your salary will increase in line with national minimum wage.
Working week

Monday to Friday. Shifts tbc.

Total hours per week: 45

(the hours are based on the candidate being over 18)
Expected duration

18 Months
Possible start date

02 Sep 2024
Date posted

19 Apr 2024
Apprenticeship level

Intermediate
Level 2 (GCSE)
Reference number

VAC1000246065
Positions

1 available

What you will do in your working day

Duties may include:

Working as part of a Road Surfacing Team you will gain an understanding of road surfacing and construction materials
Developing skills on mobile plant equipment
Attend, participate and understand the content of the daily briefing and any site specific inductions
Fully understand site risk assessments prior to starting work on every occasion and make suggestions to the Team Leader to reduce or remove any identified risks
Display a pro-active attitude to health and safety and report any near hits to the Team Leader, stopping any witnessed unsafe behaviour
Liaise with customers & general public to ensure the highest level of safety is maintained. Contribute to keeping the working environment safe, ensuring our high standards are maintained
Be a role model in your approach to health and safety
Work collaboratively to build a culture of continuous improvement through teamwork and communication
Maintaining a clean and safe working environment and ensuring safety comes before anything else!
Taking pride in all work completed and being determined to succeed!

The training you will be getting

The apprentice will gain a Level 2 (GCSE equivalent) qualification in Road Surfacing
Functional Skills in English and maths if required
Training will take place in block periods, with this being delivered at the Tarmac National Skills and Safety Park, based at Tarmac Way, Nether Langwith NG20 9JF
The location is a purpose-built facility where all operational staff complete learning, developing the right skills and capabilities to safely complete their roles

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Following successful completion of the apprenticeship, successful candidates will move into a Road Surfacing 'Operative' position
Operatives work as part of an asphalt machine lay gang, working on a variety of schemes such as motorways & airfields to new build carriageways, standard Local Authority street works as well as private, industrial & commercial works

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Logical, Team working, Physical fitness

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English Language (Grade 4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Desired

Things to consider

Role involves working outside in all seasons of the calendar. This is a physical role with travel across various sites.

About the employer

Tarmac is the largest construction materials company in the UK, with a wide variety of roles available both out and about and in the office. Joining will give you a chance to shape the world we live in, while building a successful career. Across our business we are reinventing, reshaping, and automating. Offering more sustainable, lean, and effective solutions to accelerate the switch to integrated and next-generation construction. End to end, we have a transparent strategy to progress toward digitally enhanced, Net Zero construction. Across the supply chain and in partnership with industry, academic, and environmental organizations we are collaborating to future-proof productivity, minimize viable product requirements, and balance the pace of change.

Employer

TARMAC TRADING LIMITED

About disability confident

Disabled candidates will generally be offered an interview if you meet the minimum requirements for this vacancy. Contact the employer for full details.

Employers may need to limit the number of interviews offered to both disabled and non-disabled people if they receive high numbers of applications.

The disability confident scheme supports employers to make the most of the talents disabled people can bring to your workplace.

https://tarmaccareers.com/early-careers/apprentices-and-higher-apprentices/

Address

Stancombe Lane

Flax Bourton

Bristol

BS48 3QD

Contact

Darren Page

darren.page@tarmac.com

07483939300

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Training

Training provider

TARMAC TRADING LIMITED

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

training
qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Road surfacing operative

Level 2 (GCSE)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

Employer's Application Instructions