Job Description

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Job Introduction

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. We're working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it's important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.

We are currently looking for a

Road Surfacing Team Leader

to join our Scotland Surfacing Team based out of the Tarmac Contracting office at The Wright Business Centre in Glasgow (plant equipment based at our Cairneyhill site in Airdrie).This key role will effectively manage sites including all mobile plant foreperson, and operatives and any subcontractors. You will also lead planning and execution of all works daily ensuring SHE protocols and procedures are followed whilst overseeing the safe and efficient management of the site.

We have surfacing gangs across the South East of Scotland so if you live in in or around Edinburgh, Falkirk, Stirling, Glasgow, Dunfermline and are happy to work in this and adjacent areas then this could be the role for you!

Main Responsibilities

As a

Road Surfacing Team Leader

you will ensure all work is completed to the highest standard and comply with contract specifications. You will also ensure all employees and subcontractors are effectively inducted onto site including daily briefings, toolbox talks and any site specific induction prior to commencing work on site.

As

Road Surfacing Team Leader

you will also be responsible for:

Undertaking, reviewing and updating site risk assessments prior to starting work Ensuring site vacation procedure is followed and photos taken Taking suitable precautions to minimise the impact of our operations on the environment Understanding and committing to achieving the targets set by the supervisor in order to maximise profitability and offer any alternative methods of working Ensuring material waste is minimised Ensuring all work is accepted by the client at the end of each shift and that the site and parked plant is safe and secure Agreeing completed daily working hours with gang foreperson and sub-contractors Reducing remedial costs Communicating effectively and working as part of a team Updating personal and team training plans Timesheets and site records

The Ideal Candidate

To be successful in the role of

Road Surfacing Team Leader

you will need to be experienced in machine lay asphalt works and have knowledge of all aspects of the surfacing operation including experience of operating surfacing equipment, including rollers, pavers, chipping machines, tractors

The ideal candidate for the role of

Road Surfacing Team Leader

will also demonstrate:

Flexibility in proactive working approach - able to think ahead and adapt approach in line with a more strategic perspective Confidence to work independently and as part of a team with a range of colleagues, stakeholders and shareholders Ability to remain calm during difficult situations and make decisions that may be unpopular whilst explaining the rationale for the decision Drive to initiate improvements and a desire to improve and innovate - ability to spot opportunities to develop new ideas and improve performance Motivation and ability to build a positive team culture, developing relationships with local operational teams to break down silos and maximise performance to achieve agreed production targets Strong communication skills and the ability to influence others to promote your own ideas by linking them to other people's values and goals Proven thinking skills including the ability to step back and gain a better understanding, to appreciate the impact of problems and solutions on yourself and others and to anticipate obstacles resolving before they become an issue Be compliant of Health and Safety policies and procedures and proactive in encouraging your team to do the same IT literacy


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

In addition to the role of

Road Surfacing Team Leader

we also offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits 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


Interested? Why not click here to find out more? Go on... are you ready to build your future?



Tarmac, a CRH company, is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.



Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when this happens we sometimes bring the published closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.



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Tarmac Trading Limited


Tarmac Trading Limited




Tarmac

Salary Excellent Salary + Overtime + Bonus + Benefits


Frequency Annual


Job Reference tarmac/TP/112/7251


Contract Type Permanent


Closing Date 24 November, 2025


Job Category Operations, Quarrying and Production


Business Unit North & Scotland


Location Airdrie, United Kingdom


Posted on 17 October, 2025