Concrete Plant Supervisor – Lead Operations & Quality

Hanson Quarry Products Europe Limited; Kedington; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Career prospects

Supportive environment

Established business

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) invites applications for a Plant Supervisor position at the Haverhill Concrete operation. You will oversee safe, efficient production and maintain high quality standards across the site.

The role requires a proactive, hands-on leader who can drive performance, ensure health and safety compliance, manage plant operations and deliver excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment. Full training provided.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a concrete, quarry, asphalt, or heavy industrial environment.
• Experience operating batching plants and mobile plant equipment such as FELs.
• Strong understanding of health & safety and environmental compliance.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• A proactive and hands-on approach to problem solving.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the safe and efficient production of concrete and mortar.
• Liaise with the Order Office, plant staff, and customers to meet production and delivery requirements.
• Operate the batching plant and Front-End Loader (FEL) to company standards.
• Ensure excellent housekeeping and site presentation at all times.
• Conduct routine inspections, maintenance checks, and record defects accordingly.
• Monitor plant performance to maximise output, efficiency, and quality.
• Ensure sufficient raw materials are always available to meet production demands.
• Carry out daily visual stock checks and monthly stock verification.
• Inspect incoming materials to confirm quality and compliance.
• Ensure waste disposal, dust emissions, and water discharges comply with environmental procedures.
• Promote and enforce health & safety procedures across site.
• Ensure employees, contractors, and visitors adhere to all site safety regulations.
• Report any issues that may impact health & safety, product quality, operational efficiency, or environmental compliance.
• Maintain accurate operational records and documentation.
• Support continuous improvement through regular review of plant utilisation and working practices.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, quality standards, and fraud prevention measures.

Skills

Industry experience

Batching plant experience

HSE & environment

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive problem solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Job description

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) invites applications for a Plant Supervisor position at the Haverhill Concrete operation. You will oversee safe, efficient production and maintain high quality standards across the site.

The role requires a proactive, hands-on leader who can drive performance, ensure health and safety compliance, manage plant operations and deliver excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment. Full training provided.