Assistant Manager Asphalt

Heidelberg Materials Limited; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials company in Maidstone is seeking an Asphalt Assistant Manager to support operational excellence in asphalt production. The role involves ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations while promoting efficiency and quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity for career advancement, as you'll be involved in strategic projects and team leadership. Competitive salary, bonus incentives, and a focus on employee wellbeing and development are included in the package.

Benefits

Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives

Family-Friendly Policies

Inclusive Culture

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in asphalt or similar production environment.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to analyze operational data and drive efficiency improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead compliance with health & safety regulations.
• Assist in achieving optimum production levels.
• Support resource planning and training for personnel.
• Drive quality, safety, and sustainability in production.

Skills

Leadership skills

Health & Safety knowledge

Compliance understanding

Operational data analysis

MS Office proficiency

Job description

We are looking for an Asphalt Assistant Manager to support the Management Team in driving operational excellence and continuous improvement across our asphalt production operations. This role is pivotal in ensuring efficiency, compliance, and high performance in all aspects of production, distribution, and quality. This is a great opportunity for someone ready to progress into management, offering exposure to strategic projects and leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Health & Safety: Operate to the highest standards in line with Heidelberg Materials' Health & Safety Plan and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Environmental: Ensure compliance with environmental objectives and implement improvement plans.
• Compliance: Adhere to all statutory legislation and company regulations across operational activities.
• Operations: Assist in achieving optimum production levels at the lowest operational cost while driving efficiency improvements.
• Distribution: Collaborate with logistics to deliver exceptional customer service at minimal cost.
• Quality: Work with technical teams to maintain top-quality standards efficiently.
• Business Analysis: Support management in ensuring accurate operational data and identifying profit-enhancing opportunities.

Additional Responsibilities

• Resource Planning: Assist in ensuring adequate resourcing, training, and development of personnel. Support succession planning and asset readiness.
• Leadership: Provide direction and motivation within the site team, ensuring goals and expectations are clear.
• Control: Implement operational control mechanisms across health & safety, environmental compliance, capital projects, and cost management.
• Involvement in strategic projects that shape the future of our operations., operational efficiency, continuous improvement, lean and rap projects
• Provide cover for Managers across different sites when required.
• Drive quality, safety, and sustainability standard in asphalt production.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience in asphalt or similar production environment.
• Knowledge of health & safety, environmental, and compliance standards.
• Ability to analyze operational data and drive efficiency improvements.
• Proficiency in MS Office and relevant operational systems.
• Ability to work across multiple sites and manage priorities effectively.

Join us and help shape the future of asphalt production with a focus on safety, quality, and efficiency. Apply today

At Heidelberg Materials, we don't just offer jobs— we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we're committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.

Benefits

• Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
• Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities