Aggregates Specialist

Asphalt Plant OperativeRecruitment UK

We don't give you candidates, we give you capacity. Whether you need immediate cover (contract) or a permanent hire, Andrews Recruitment Group places asphalt plant operatives across the UK aggregates and building materials sector so you can keep producing and hit targets.

Typical Salary

£28,000 to £38,000

plus early-start and overtime; seasonal

Full salary guide

Category

Asphalt & Surfacing

Capacity

Contract & Permanent

The Asphalt Plant Operative Market

Asphalt plant operatives keep the coating plant fed and loading through the early starts of the surfacing season, loading gangs quickly and accurately so the road programme keeps moving. It combines mobile-plant operation with plant-process awareness, and reliable operatives who can start at 4am through the season are valued and retained. ARG supplies asphalt plant operatives for permanent and seasonal contract cover.

Typical Qualifications & Tickets

  • Loading shovel (NPORS/CPCS)
  • Coating plant induction
  • Isolation / LOTO awareness
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Asphalt Plant Operative Recruitment FAQs

What does an Asphalt Plant Operative do?

They keep the coating plant fed and load surfacing gangs, operating a loading shovel, monitoring the plant process, and maintaining safe isolation practices, often from very early starts in season.

What does an asphalt plant operative earn?

Around £28,000 to £38,000 plus early-start and overtime premiums, with seasonal demand.

Is this available on a seasonal contract?

Yes, seasonal and contract cover is common for this role alongside permanent positions.

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