Asphalt Plant Supervisor

Acorn Recruitment; Wales; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run business in Wales is seeking an Asphalt Plant Supervisor to oversee operations. Responsibilities include managing daily production, ensuring safety compliance, and leading maintenance tasks. The ideal candidate must have a strong understanding of asphalt processes and relevant certifications. This full-time, permanent position offers market-leading pay rates and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Market leading rates of pay

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Qualifications

• Valid driving licence required.
• Working knowledge of risk assessments, safe systems of work, and site planning constraints.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate daily production activities.
• Ensure all permits of work, risk assessments, and safe systems of work are completed.
• Oversee maintenance tasks and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

Good knowledge of asphalt processes

Strong understanding of Microsoft Excel and Outlook

Excellent communication and leadership skills

Ability to multitask and adapt to change

Flexible approach to working hours

Education

FEL, Telehandler and associated attachments

Manual Handling Certificate

First Aid Certificate

SHE NVQ Level 4 / QCF Level 6

IOSH certification

Job description

Asphalt Plant Supervisor

Neath | Market leading pay rates | 47.5 hours per week | Monday-Sunday (day and night shifts) | Permanent | Immediate Start

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie is recruiting an Asphalt Plant Supervisor for a family-run business in Neath. You will be responsible for overseeing the safe and efficient operation of the asphalt plant, ensuring compliance, productivity, and quality standards are maintained. This role requires a proactive approach, strong leadership, and a commitment to safety and operational excellence.

Key Duties:

• Manage and coordinate daily production activities.

• Ensure all permits of work, risk assessments, and safe systems of work are completed.

• Oversee safe discharge of bitumen and filler deliveries.

• Chair site safety committee meetings and action any points raised.

• Complete daily plant inspections and ensure operator records are accurate.

• Ensure compliance with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and Quarry Regulations 1999.

• Deliver toolbox talks, daily briefings, and site inductions.

• Monitor and maintain plant efficiency and production schedules.

• Oversee maintenance tasks, troubleshoot issues, and carry out root cause analysis on breakdowns.

• Ensure adherence to quality control measures and QUESH inspections.

• Manage raw material levels and stock control reporting.

• Support budgetary control for the plant and monitor site spend.

• Produce and report monthly KPI and performance data.

• Liaise with management to deliver operational and safety targets.

• Operate fixed and mobile plant as required to support site operations.

Requirements:

• Good knowledge of asphalt processes.

• Strong understanding of Microsoft Excel and Outlook.

• Valid driving licence.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

• Qualifications and certifications including:

  • FEL, Telehandler and associated attachments.

  • Manual Handling Certificate.

  • First Aid Certificate.

  • SHE NVQ Level 4 / QCF Level 6.

  • IOSH certification.

• Working knowledge of risk assessments, safe systems of work, and site planning constraints.

• Ability to multitask and adapt to change.

• Flexible approach to working hours, including weekends.

What We Offer:

• Market leading rates of pay.

• Full-time permanent position (47.5 hours per week).

• Overtime available at enhanced rates.

• 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

• 4 weeks company sick pay.

• Scottish Widows Pension Scheme (T&Cs apply).

• Access to a range of company benefits including:

  • Bereavement leave.

  • Cycle to work scheme.

  • Enhanced maternity and paternity leave.

  • Health and wellbeing programme.

  • Life insurance.

  • Private medical insurance.

  • Referral programme.

Interested?

If this role sounds of interest, please send your CV along with a brief summary explaining why you are suitable for this position.