Heidelberg Materials
Concrete Plant Supervisor
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Heidelberg Materials UK
Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.
Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 3,500 people and operating around 280 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.
Plant Supervisor
Salary: £31,000 per annum
About the Role
We are looking for a proactive and safety-focused Plant Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day operation of our concrete batching plant. This is a hands-on role responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient and compliant running of the site while delivering excellent customer service and maintaining high operational standards. The successful candidate will play a key role in batching and dispatching concrete, supervising contractors and hauliers, carrying out routine maintenance checks and ensuring compliance with all Health & Safety and Environmental regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate the batching plant safely and efficiently in line with company procedures
- Batch and dispatch concrete/mortar accurately to meet customer requirements
- Liaise with the Order Office to ensure production schedules and customer demands are met
- Receive customer enquiries and orders in a professional and courteous manner
- Ensure plant, buildings and associated areas are maintained in a clean, tidy and safe condition
- Carry out routine maintenance inspections and report/record defects or required actions
- Supervise contractors, hauliers and visitors to ensure compliance with site safety procedures
- Monitor stock levels and ensure sufficient approved materials are always available
- Conduct weekly visual stock checks and monthly stock verification
- Ensure all waste disposal, water discharge and dust emissions comply with environmental procedures
- Maintain compliance with company policies relating to Health & Safety, quality control, environmental standards and fraud prevention
- Continuously review plant performance and working methods to improve efficiency and productivity
- Maintain site security at all times
- Escalate issues outside the scope of authority to the Operations Manager
- Undertake any additional duties required to support the business
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About You
The ideal candidate will:
- Have experience working within a plant, manufacturing, construction or production environment
- Be confident using computer-based batching and dispatch systems
- Have strong awareness of Health & Safety and environmental procedures
- Be organised with good attention to detail
- Have excellent communication and customer service skills
- Be able to work independently and as part of a team
- Demonstrate a proactive and problem-solving approach
- Hold a full UK driving licence (preferred)
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary of £31,000 per annum
- Stable and growing business
- Supportive working environment
- Training and development opportunities
- Opportunity to play a key role within site operations
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Compensation Package
- Bonus incentives / Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance
Work Life Balance
- 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical
Family Friendly
- Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption/IVF/Menopause
Social Value
- Paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ+, Network of Woman, Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces)
Wellbeing
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) / Mental Health First Aiders / Cycle to Work / Employee Benefits portal including Gym discount / Free eye tests / Discounted Private Medical cover
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At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business.
At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK), we understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement. As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry.
We believe in building a workplace that is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity. If you're interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience or skill set doesn't perfectly align with the job description. Creating a candidate home page is optional, when asked, but you can use this to quickly see the progress of your application(s). You may still be the right fit for this or other roles within our company.
Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.
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We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive. Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments. We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritized.
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