Tarmac
Plant Supervisor
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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 are currently recruiting for a Plant Supervisor to join our fantastic Readymix team based our Tarmac Coleford Concrete Plant in Gloucestershire. This role is easily accessible from Monmouth, Cinderford, Lydney, Chepstow, Newport, Abergavenny, Cwmbran, Hereford, Ross on Wye, Ledbury, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Stroud, Tewkesbury, Cirencester, Bristol, Bath and the surrounding areas.
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.
Role Responsibility
Reporting to the ReadyMix Production Manager, the role of Plant Supervisor is an operational role responsible for managing and being accountable for the RMX operations on our plant. Safety and operational standards are the fundamentals of the role of Plant Supervisor, delivery to customer needs and performance improvement being key.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
- Supporting the RMX Production Manager in the management of plant compliance with business policies and procedures
- Batching concrete to meet customer needs whilst meeting internal quality requirements
- Ensuring Readymix deliveries are met, engaging with Readymix Distribution Teams throughout
- Working closely with Readymix Technical Teams to ensure quality control of all products
- Haulier management - coordinating collection loads daily
- Supervising Contractors (no direct reports)
- Ensuring that legislative compliance is also a strong aspect of the role.
- Overseeing all aspects of daily production including operational costs and control stocks
- Taking responsibility for their own safety and that of colleagues, contractors and business partners
- Maintaining site housekeeping to a high standard
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Key stakeholders within this role are RMW Production Manager, RMX General Manager, Aggregates Distribution Teams, Quarry Teams, Customers collecting orders.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for the role of Plant Supervisor will already have experience in plant operations preferably within a Ready Mix / Aggregates environment however this is not essential as we also welcome applications from candidates with hands on manufacturing experience too.
Suitable candidates Plant Supervisor will also:
- Actively identify and implement site and process improvements
- Be happy to multitask and manage change
- Possess excellent communication skills
- Demonstrate superb attention to detail
- Engage with stakeholders at all levels (both internally and externally)
- Evidence good time management skills
- Be flexible and adaptable to ensure delivery of customer requirements and workload priorities (paid overtime)
- Enjoy working as part of a team and be able to motivate others
- Have full knowledge of Risk Assessments and Safe System of Work Systems as well as working knowledge of H&S and Environmental policies
- Have working knowledge of production processes
- IOSH Managing Safely (preferred but we will train)
- NVQ in fixed and mobile plant operations (preferred but we will train)
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Why Tarmac
We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.
Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, 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 our Employee Communities, where you can network, learn from others, and increase your awareness of the support available to you. Our three Employee Communities are: Health and Wellbeing, Inclusion and Identity, Personal Growth and Development
- Training and development opportunities
Tarmac is committed to being a Forces ‑friendly employer. If you're coming from a military background, we'll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.
We’re proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we’re here to support you.
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Tarmac Trading Limited
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Job Reference tarmac/TP/112/8197
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