Concrete Higher Apprentice: Hands-On Tech & Career Path

Hanson Quarry Products Europe Limited; Chester; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday

Volunteer day

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts

Learning opportunities

Disability accommodations

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is offering a Higher Apprentice position based in Chester, starting September 2027. You will gain a Level 5 in Mineral Product Technician while earning a salary of £25,084 per year and working alongside experienced professionals on real projects in our Technical department.

You’ll receive structured learning and mentorship, with hands-on experience across production and safety-critical processes.

Qualifications

• 80+ UCAS points and 5 GCSEs (Maths, English & Science) required.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Self-starter with team spirit, strong communication, flexibility and initiative.
• Status: British citizenship or UK settled status.

Responsibilities

• Health & Safety: Support safety procedures and promote a strong safety culture through reporting and engagement.
• Environmental Management: Assist with permit compliance, resource-saving initiatives, and community liaison activities.
• Quality Assurance: Work with the technical team to maintain product quality and operational efficiency.
• Compliance: Help ensure all activities meet legal and company standards.
• Operations & Production: Contribute to production targets, support plant and machinery management, and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Self-starter

Team player

Excellent communicator

Flexible

Proactive

Education

80+ UCAS points

5 GCSEs (Maths, English, Science)

Job description

Heidelberg Materials UK is offering a Higher Apprentice position based in Chester, starting September 2027. You will gain a Level 5 in Mineral Product Technician while earning a salary of £25,084 per year and working alongside experienced professionals on real projects in our Technical department.

You’ll receive structured learning and mentorship, with hands-on experience across production and safety-critical processes.