Asphalt Plant Manager

Breedon Group plc; Billingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave + holidays

Share Saver Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discounts

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Breedon Group plc seeks an experienced Asphalt Plant Manager for Billingham to take overall responsibility for safety and operational performance.

You will lead on-site teams, manage budgets, drive continuous improvement, and ensure production targets and quality standards are met while maintaining compliance with HSEQ policies.

Qualifications

• Experience operating an asphalt batching plant or working in quarry/heavy industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge of asphalt mix designs, material properties and quality control standards.
• Ability to use computerized batching control systems and interpret production specifications; basic mechanical knowledge and strong problem-solving skills.
• Solid knowledge of health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Reliable, detail-oriented and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Line management of on-site Plant Supervisors, providing leadership, support, and clear direction
• Full responsibility for budgets and P&L management, including cost control and financial performance
• Month-end P&L reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Experience running projects, including planning, delivery, and performance monitoring
• Involvement in capital expenditure applications, justification, and delivery of approved projects
• Ensure all operations are run in line with HSEQ policies and guidance
• Strong focus on health, safety, and environmental compliance, promoting a positive safety culture
• Conduct regular 1-to-1 meetings, performance reviews, and development discussions
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and support to supervisory and operational teams
• Ensure production targets, quality standards, and customer requirements are consistently met
• Coordinate maintenance planning to ensure plant reliability and uptime
• Ensure adequate resourcing, shift cover, and operational continuity across both sites
• Liaise with senior management, internal stakeholders, and external contractors
• Drive continuous improvement, efficiency gains, and best practice across both operations
• Visually seen onsite, VFL's and interaction.

Skills

Asphalt batching plant operations

Industrial environment experience

Asphalt mix designs knowledge

Batching control systems proficiency

Health, safety & environment knowledge

Job description

Asphalt Plant Manager

Department: Operations and Maintenance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Billingham Asphalt Plant, Billingham

Description

At Breedon Group, we pride ourselves on being one of the leading construction materials companies in the UK & Ireland & the USA. We are committed to providing innovative solutions and sustainable materials that contribute to building a future that benefits our communities. Our team is driven by integrity, commitment to excellence, and a passion for making a difference in the construction industry.

We are currently seeking an experienced Asphalt Plant Manager to take overall responsibility for the safety and operational performance of our asphalt plant in Billingham.

Key Responsibilities

• Line management of on-site Plant Supervisors, providing leadership, support, and clear direction
• Full responsibility for budgets and P&L management, including cost control and financial performance
• Month-end P&L reporting, forecasting, and variance analysis
• Experience running projects, including planning, delivery, and performance monitoring
• Involvement in capital expenditure applications, justification, and delivery of approved projects
• Ensure all operations are run in line with HSEQ policies and guidance
• Strong focus on health, safety, and environmental compliance, promoting a positive safety culture
• Conduct regular 1-to-1 meetings, performance reviews, and development discussions
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and support to supervisory and operational teams
• Ensure production targets, quality standards, and customer requirements are consistently met
• Coordinate maintenance planning to ensure plant reliability and uptime
• Ensure adequate resourcing, shift cover, and operational continuity across both sites
• Liaise with senior management, internal stakeholders, and external contractors
• Drive continuous improvement, efficiency gains, and best practice across both operations
• Visually seen onsite, VFL's and interaction.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Previous experience operating an asphalt batching plant or working within a quarry/heavy industrial environment
• Good understanding of asphalt mix designs, material properties and quality control standards
• Ability to use computerised batching control systems and interpret production specifications. Basic mechanical knowledge with strong problem-solving skills
• Sound knowledge of health, safety and environmental requirements
• Reliable, detail-oriented and able to work independently or as part of a team.

Job Benefits

• A tailored, competitive salary
• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays on top
• Share Saver Scheme participation
• Company Life Assurance Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform
• Broad learning opportunities and career progression pathways

Diversity Statement

At Breedon Group, we are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued. We believe in equality of opportunity for all and encourage applications from a diverse range of candidates.

Join Us

If you're looking for a role that challenges you, offers progression, and contributes to building better futures, we'd love to hear from you. This position is an opportunity to grow your career within a supportive and dynamic environment at Breedon Group.