Asphalt Plant Operator – Safe, Hands-On Production

Heidelberg Materials

Groby

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 31,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
Bonus scheme
Overtime opportunities
Company benefits package
Ongoing training and development
Career progression
Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking a hands-on Plant Operative to join our Asphalt team in Groby. You will help operate the asphalt plant safely, supporting production that builds and maintains UK roads and infrastructure. The role offers a varied, rewarding environment with opportunities to grow plant qualifications.

You’ll work in a safety‑driven, quality‑conscious team, gaining experience across plant operations and collaborating with nearby Heidelberg Materials sites as needed.

Qualifications

  • Experience operating plant machinery in quarry, asphalt, or industrial settings.
  • Strong commitment to health, safety and environmental standards.
  • Good communication and teamwork.
  • Flexible and reliable with attention to detail.
  • Willingness to learn and develop plant qualifications.

Responsibilities

  • Operate static and mobile plant equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Manage start-up and shut-down procedures.
  • Monitor plant performance and maximise production while upholding quality.
  • Plan daily production schedules based on customer requirements.
  • Complete daily inspection records and documentation.
  • Support refuelling, greasing and cleaning of plant.

Skills

Plant machinery operation

Education

EPIC certification for mobile plant operation
NVQ Level 2 in Mobile Plant Operations

Job description

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking a hands-on Plant Operative to join our Asphalt team in Groby. You will help operate the asphalt plant safely, supporting production that builds and maintains UK roads and infrastructure. The role offers a varied, rewarding environment with opportunities to grow plant qualifications.

You’ll work in a safety‑driven, quality‑conscious team, gaining experience across plant operations and collaborating with nearby Heidelberg Materials sites as needed.

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