Asphalt Plant Operator: Hands-On & Growth-Oriented

Heidelberg Materials UK; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Comprehensive training and development

Career progression

Strong safety culture

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking an Asphalt Plant Operator in Abingdon to operate and maintain the asphalt production facility, ensuring safety and quality. The role involves monitoring processes, inspections, and working with site teams to meet customer requirements.

Ideal candidates will have strong safety practices, reliability, and the ability to work outdoors. Training and development opportunities are provided within a supportive, global organisation.

Qualifications

• Safety-focused and able to follow procedures.
• Reliable with excellent timekeeping.
• Comfortable working in an outdoor environment.
• A team player with good communication skills.
• Willing to learn new skills and undertake training.
• Computer literate and confident using digital systems.
• Able to work independently and take ownership of tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate, inspect, and maintain the asphalt plant to ensure safe and efficient production.
• Carry out plant start-up and shut-down procedures.
• Maximise production throughput within plant capacity.
• Monitor plant performance and conduct routine inspections.
• Perform basic maintenance and repairs within your level of competence.
• Maintain accurate operational and maintenance records.
• Carry out weighbridge duties, including weighing vehicles in and out and loading asphalt products.
• Communicate production updates and changes with the order office using Microsoft Teams.
• Operate mobile plant equipment, including loading shovels and dumpers, as required.
• Refuel, clean, grease, and maintain plant and machinery.
• Complete daily inspection checks using company systems.
• Report defects, hazards, and equipment issues promptly.
• Submit near miss and safety reports where required.
• Operate all equipment in a safe, environmentally responsible, and energy‑efficient manner.
• Support operations at other Heidelberg Materials sites within a reasonable travelling distance when required.

Skills

Safety focus

Timekeeping

Team player

Communication

Willing to learn

Computer literacy

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking an Asphalt Plant Operator in Abingdon to operate and maintain the asphalt production facility, ensuring safety and quality. The role involves monitoring processes, inspections, and working with site teams to meet customer requirements.

Ideal candidates will have strong safety practices, reliability, and the ability to work outdoors. Training and development opportunities are provided within a supportive, global organisation.