Concrete Batcher / Ready-Mix Plant Operator

Andrews Recruitment Group; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Andrews Recruitment Group is recruiting a Concrete Batcher / Ready-Mix Plant Operator for a busy West London operation in Uxbridge. The role involves controlling batching from the plant control room and ensuring the correct concrete mix is produced to schedule.

Experience in ready-mix batching is ideal but training is provided. Proactive, reliable candidates with a willingness to learn and communicate with drivers and colleagues will thrive in this busy production environment.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing scheduled and booked concrete orders
• Moving booked work through the production and batching process
• Operating and monitoring computerised batching systems
• Monitoring batches as they're produced to ensure the correct mix is being delivered
• Making appropriate minor adjustments during production where required
• Working closely with Shippers to coordinate production, deliveries and drivers
• Communicating confidently with drivers regarding loads and production
• Working alongside Concrete Technicians to ensure batches meet required quality standards
• Carrying out appropriate quality checks on your own work
• Monitoring production throughout the shift and identifying potential issues early
• Maintaining accurate production information and records
• Taking ownership of the quality and consistency of the product being produced

Job description

Job Title: Concrete Batcher / Ready-Mix Plant Operator
Location: Uxbridge, West London
Salary: £17.00 - £22.00 per hour
Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:00am - 5:00pm + Saturdays as required

The Role

We are recruiting for a Concrete Batcher / Ready-Mix Plant Operator to join a busy ready-mix concrete operation based in West London, with occasional cover at a sister site less than 10 miles away.

This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced Concrete Batcher or somebody already working within ready-mix concrete, aggregates or a similar production/plant environment who has the right attitude and wants to progress into batching.

Previous batching experience is advantageous but isn't essential. Training can be provided.

We're much more interested in finding somebody who is proactive, confident, switched-on and genuinely interested in understanding the production process than simply somebody who happens to have the right job title.

What You'll Be Doing

Working from the plant control room, you'll help control the production of ready-mix concrete using computerised batching systems.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Reviewing scheduled and booked concrete orders
• Moving booked work through the production and batching process
• Operating and monitoring computerised batching systems
• Monitoring batches as they're produced to ensure the correct mix is being delivered
• Making appropriate minor adjustments during production where required
• Working closely with Shippers to coordinate production, deliveries and drivers
• Communicating confidently with drivers regarding loads and production
• Working alongside Concrete Technicians to ensure batches meet required quality standards
• Carrying out appropriate quality checks on your own work
• Monitoring production throughout the shift and identifying potential issues early
• Maintaining accurate production information and records
• Taking ownership of the quality and consistency of the product being produced

We're Looking For

Direct ready-mix batching experience would be excellent, but it isn't the only background we'll consider.

You could currently be working as a:

• Concrete Batcher
• Batch Plant Operator
• Ready-Mix Plant Operator
• Concrete Plant Operator
• Plant Operative
• Production Operative
• Process Operator
• Loading Shovel Operator
• Asphalt Plant Operative
• Aggregates Plant Operative

If you already understand a production or construction-materials environment and have the aptitude and interest to learn concrete batching, training can be provided.

More important is that you are

• Proactive and willing to take responsibility
• Confident communicating with drivers and colleagues
• Comfortable working with computerised systems and multiple screens
• Able to concentrate and monitor several pieces of information simultaneously
• Quality-conscious and willing to check your own work
• Comfortable making decisions rather than simply waiting for instruction
• Interested in understanding how the plant and product actually work
• Reliable and able to work effectively within a busy production environment

Hours & Package

• £17.00 - £22.00 per hour depending on experience
• Permanent PAYE position
• Monday to Friday: 7:00am - 5:00pm
• Saturday working may be required, 7:00am - 2:00pm
• Full training available for candidates with relevant transferable experience