Block Plant Operator: Concrete Production & Quality

Breedon Group; Wester Balblair; Remote; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

33 days annual leave

Share Saver Scheme participation

Company Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Breedon Group is seeking a reliable Block Plant Operative to join its manufacturing team in Beauly, Balblair. You will assist in producing, handling, and quality-controlling concrete blocks, operating plant machinery, and performing basic maintenance in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and efficient production, with a permanent, full-time contract and a tailored salary. Training and development opportunities are offered plus a benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience operating manufacturing plant or industrial machinery.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to perform routine maintenance.
• Understanding of health and safety procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Reliable, punctual and detail-oriented.
• Able to handle manual lifting in a manufacturing setting.
• Willing to work across different shifts.
• Desirable: prior experience in concrete products or similar production.

Responsibilities

• Operate block manufacturing machinery and plant safely to meet production targets.
• Assist in production, curing, and handling of concrete blocks and related products.
• Carry out routine checks, cleaning, and basic maintenance on plant machinery.
• Safely move, stack, and prepare finished products for storage and dispatch.
• Follow daily production schedules and supervisor instructions.
• Conduct regular quality checks to ensure specifications are met.
• Report machinery faults, safety concerns, or production issues promptly.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organised work area and follow housekeeping standards.
• Assist with stock control, site inspections, and audits as required.
• Work flexibly across tasks and support colleagues to meet business needs.

Skills

Manufacturing plant operation

Machinery maintenance basics

Health and safety procedures

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Manual handling

Shift work

Reliability

Job description

Breedon Group is seeking a reliable Block Plant Operative to join its manufacturing team in Beauly, Balblair. You will assist in producing, handling, and quality-controlling concrete blocks, operating plant machinery, and performing basic maintenance in a fast-paced environment.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and efficient production, with a permanent, full-time contract and a tailored salary. Training and development opportunities are offered plus a benefits package.