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We are currently recruiting for a General Foreperson - Surfacing to join, support and lead a Surfacing team working on the National Pavement Solutions business. This role will be based from our Alrewas site, near Burton-on-Trent Staffordshire and you will be required to travel across the assigned region and further across the UK; dependant of current works requirements.

The role is easily accessible from Birmingham, Coventry, Solihull, Walsall, Redditch, Wolverhampton, Nuneaton, Dudley, Sutton Coldfield, Bromsgrove, Tamworth and surrounding areas.

Here at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.

Main Responsibilities

The role of General Foreperson - Surfacing will report directly to the Supervisor. As well as this you will provide supporting guidance on Surfacing matters on behalf of Tarmac National Paving, Pavements and Surfacing to our clients on whose contract/contracts upon which we are operating to ensure their objectives and targets are achieved leading to the successful overall delivery of the project. You as the General Foreperson - Surfacing will be responsible for:

Working unsupervised for all Paving, Pavements and Surfacing management duties that you will be trained for and be competent to undertake as part of a team and ensure compliance
Will be the leader and company ambassador and role model to National Paving, Pavements and Surfacing Operatives on site.Accountable and responsible for ensuring all policies and procedures are followed whilst passing on knowledge through coaching and mentoring
Support effective planning, programming and delivery of programme of works
Support achievement of Company and Contractual KPI’s
H & S – Zero accidents and environmental incidents, additionally promote and develop Health, Safety and wellbeing innovations
Work collaboratively with Tarmacs Health, Safety & Wellbeing advisor to promote best practice across all works
Ensure all Health and Safety standards are being adhered too across all works
Ensure training qualifications and competence requirements are in place and monitored for all employees within their team
Support to ensure any CDM regulations (principle contractor responsibilities) are being adhered too across all works
Ensure environmental processes and best practice across the contract
Report then collate, gather and record relevant information relating to all site issues / incidents & to promote Near miss reportingYou must be able to travel across the region of work, this could be local or the entire UK – overnight accommodation will be arranged for you

A vehicle is provided with this role

The Ideal Candidate

To be successful in this role the ideal candidate for the position of General Foreperson - Surfacing will have experience and knowledge of Paving, Pavements and Surfacing systems. They will also:

You will have worked within a similar role within the Paving, Pavements and Surfacing industry and have knowledge of on-site Health and Safety policies and procedures associated with the role
Have a working knowledge of machine control paving systems
Have the ability to work independently and as part of a team and provide leadership in the role of General Foreperson - Surfacing
Possess good communications skills and will be able to liaise with stakeholders of varying seniority levelsEssential

CSCS card
SSSTS certificate
National Highways Passport
Full UK Driving Licence
Manual Handling
Have a flexible approach to location and shift patterns in accordance with needs of the business
Computer literateDesirable:

CPCS plant operators’ qualifications
First Aid training & Mental Health First Aid Training
IOSH trainingWhy 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) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
Training and development opportunitiesTarmac 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 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, we’re here to support you.

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