Depot Operative
| Posting date: | 13 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Excellent Plus Benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 11 April 2026 |
| Location: | County Durham, SR7 7NZ |
| Company: | Tarmac Trading Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | tarmac/TP/188377/7634 |
Summary
Are you an experienced and dynamic Operative looking for your next position?
We are looking for a Depot Operative to join our friendly team at out Packed Products Depot in Inverness. As the successful Depot Operative you will report to the Site Manager, undertaking all site duties safely, understanding CRH and SHE safety. You will be responsible for driving a forklift truck and learning all required aspects of the operation to meet company and customer requirements, playing an active role in achieving compliance with our quality, environment and safety accreditations.
Main Responsibilities
On a day to day basis, duties and responsibilities of the Depot Operative will include (not exhaustive):
- Meeting daily production target requirements
- Moving, loading and unloading products from the plant and vehicles
- Meeting customer service requirements in terms of accurate loading and timely vehicle turnaround
- Stock rotation alongside maintaining stock levels to maintain demand
- Maintenance and daily checks of mobile plant
- Maintaining housekeeping standards
- Working on the continuous improvement of performance standards
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for the role of Depot Operative will be able to demonstrate proven experience working within a similar production and despatch environment, alongside:
- IOSH or other safety qualification or relevant experience
- Forklift Truck Licence
- Full driving licence
- Previous experience of working in a high-volume cement plant would be desirable
- Mobile plant experience essential
The role is based at our Packed Products depot in Inverness. The site is easily accessible from Conon Bridge, Muir of Ord, Dingwall, Nairn, Forres, Carrbridge and the surrounding areas.
At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters. We want to get to know you. If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer. Tarmac is the UK’s leading sustainable building materials and construction solutions business. Our innovative products and solutions not only deliver the infrastructure needed to grow the UK economy today but also help to create a more sustainable built environment for the country’s long-term future.
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.
Why 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 opportunities
Tarmac 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.
Ready to build your future?
Click ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!
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