
Toppesfield isn’t just about asphalt surfacing; it’s about our ToppTeam. Over the last two decades, we have grown into one of the UK’s leading surfacing contractors, working with customers across a wide range of sectors to improve infrastructure, enhance safety, and create lasting value for communities.
As we’ve grown, so has our ambition. Through continuous improvement and a desire to do things differently we’ve expanded our reach across the UK, creating over 350 employment opportunities, establishing a network of depots nationwide and delivering projects across a wide range of sectors.
But our success isn't just about numbers; it's about our incredible team and our shared commitment to excellence.
If you're looking to be part of a company that values its people, promotes collaboration, and sets the industry standard, Toppesfield is your destination. Come be a part of our success story.
Due to the continued growth of our business, we’re looking for experienced and motivated Machine Lay Surfacing Gangs and Asphalt Operatives to join our Site Operations team in Derby, as we deliver high-quality projects across a variety of sectors, including highways, aviation, commercial and major infrastructure.
As a member of a surfacing gang, you will work as part of a skilled team consisting of a Foreman, Plant Operators and Asphalt Operatives, and play a key role in delivering asphalt surfacing works safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
Whether you’re an established 8-person machine gang or a smaller experienced crew looking for your next opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.
Why join Toppesfield?
We’re proud to be a people first business, and in addition to a competitive salary, we’re pleased to offer:
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Toppesfield was established in 2004 and has since established itself as a key player in the UK surfacing industry.
We have developed long-standing relationships with an incomparable list of blue chip clients across the highways, commercial, aviation, defence, leisure, and rail sectors.
Toppesfield operates extensively in the highways and major infrastructure sectors, delivering a full suite of surfacing and associated services including, but not limited to, surfacing, planing, reinforcement grids, anti-skid and lining.
As the largest independent national surfacing contractor, with seven regional locations across the UK, over 250 employees, hundreds of customers, and working with hundreds of communities, we know it is a key responsibility to grow our business in way that’s good for people and the environment.
Our management team consist of both the best in construction and non-construction industry talent, helping us to keep our approach fresh, innovative and focussed on exceeding client expectations. We recruit exceptional talent at all levels, who think like we do.