Job Description
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, with each shift lasting 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 sectors such as aviation, commercial, highways, leisure, and local authority.
* Safely operating hand tools, plant, and machinery associated with asphalt surfacing (paver, tractors, rollers, Stihl saw, and breakers).
* Performing banksman duties for items of plant and delivery vehicles.
* Monitoring the quality of asphalt application, ensuring specification, temperature, and finish.
* Conducting daily checks and routine maintenance, such as greasing, cleaning, and topping up fluids to ensure optimal functioning of tools and machinery.
* Promoting and upholding a strong safety culture, driving a zero-harm and safety-first mindset throughout.
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 towards all aspects of Health and Safety
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