multi skilled operator Review
at Tarmac
Level 2 Apprenticeship
Logistics and Operations
Stevenage
Review Submitted: April 2026
Overall Rating
5 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
5/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
My main role at Stevenage is that of a mixer man, my original role when starting at Tarmac was that of a front wheeled shovel operator.
On a day-to-day basis this involves checking the work first thing in the morning, is still to be mixed, what needs to be mixed, the recipes for that days tarmac mix, timings and which lorries taking what where.
Once this is done, i head over to the the mixer cabin to prepare the computer with that days recipes, with Stevenage only mixing colour tarmac, i have to make sure the right colour pigment is set up to add to the mix at the right time.
Once this is done i fire up the mixing plant and begin mixing.
On a day-to-day basis this involves checking the work first thing in the morning, is still to be mixed, what needs to be mixed, the recipes for that days tarmac mix, timings and which lorries taking what where.
Once this is done, i head over to the the mixer cabin to prepare the computer with that days recipes, with Stevenage only mixing colour tarmac, i have to make sure the right colour pigment is set up to add to the mix at the right time.
Once this is done i fire up the mixing plant and begin mixing.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
i enjoy it tremendously
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Yes, since starting at Tarmac, I was enrolled on the PODP apprenticeship course, on this, i learnt a lot of the skills i need to progress in my role.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
very well organised, everything is in place to make it a stress free environment.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
100% support at all times, from every level.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
again 100%
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
i now know and understand the principals and techniques involved in the running and mixing of a Asphalt plant.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
yes, net working and training courses.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Tarmac to a friend?
Yes
Why?
A great company to work for, values its workforce and promotes a safe working environment ,encourages you to expands you horizons in both you work life and work life.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Tarmac?
Be yourself.
