General operative

Heidelberg Materials Limited; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Mental health first aiders

Discounted private medical benefits

Enhanced maternity and parental leave

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking a General Operative to support day-to-day site operations, ensuring production activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with company standards. You will operate mobile and static plant, carry out inspections, report defects, maintain equipment, and help with housekeeping to keep the site running smoothly.

We value a proactive, reliable team player with good communication and a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• A good general level of education.
• The ability to understand and apply health and safety requirements and quarry regulations.
• A proactive and reliable approach to work.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures.
• Good timekeeping and a positive work ethic.
• A willingness to learn new skills and undertake training.
• The commitment to work towards and achieve NVQ/QCF qualifications in static and mobile plant operations where required.

Responsibilities

• Operating mobile plant safely and efficiently.
• Operating static plant equipment to support production processes.
• Carrying out Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality inspections.
• Completing inspection checklists before, during, and after operations.
• Identifying, reporting, and helping address any defects or issues.
• Assisting with the inspection, maintenance, and upkeep of plant equipment.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping across the site.
• Completing near miss reports and supporting a proactive safety culture.
• Ensuring company procedures and site rules are followed at all times.
• Welcoming visitors, ensuring sign-in procedures are followed, and completing contractor inductions where required.
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure smooth and efficient site operations.

Skills

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Timekeeping

Willingness to learn

Education

General education

Job description

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

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The Role

As a General Operative, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day operation of the site, ensuring production activities are carried out safely, efficiently, and in line with company standards. Key responsibilities include:

• Operating mobile plant safely and efficiently.
• Operating static plant equipment to support production processes.
• Carrying out Safety, Health, Environmental, and Quality inspections.
• Completing inspection checklists before, during, and after operations.
• Identifying, reporting, and helping address any defects or issues.
• Assisting with the inspection, maintenance, and upkeep of plant equipment.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping across the site.
• Completing near miss reports and supporting a proactive safety culture.
• Ensuring company procedures and site rules are followed at all times.
• Welcoming visitors, ensuring sign-in procedures are followed, and completing contractor inductions where required.
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure smooth and efficient site operations.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, has a strong safety mindset, and enjoys being part of a team. You will ideally have:

• A good general level of education.
• The ability to understand and apply health and safety requirements and quarry regulations.
• A proactive and reliable approach to work.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow procedures.
• Good timekeeping and a positive work ethic.
• A willingness to learn new skills and undertake training.
• The commitment to work towards and achieve NVQ/QCF qualifications in static and mobile plant operations where required.

Why Join Heidelberg Materials?

At Heidelberg Materials, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive working environment where our people can thrive. You'll be joining a global business that invests in its employees, values teamwork, and provides opportunities for training and career development. Whether you are looking to build on existing operational experience or start a long-term career within the construction materials industry, this role offers the opportunity to develop your skills while contributing to essential infrastructure and construction projects across the UK. If you're safety-focused, hardworking, and ready to be part of a team that keeps Britain building, we'd love to hear from you.

At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business. We understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement. As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry. We believe in building a workplace that is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity. Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process.

We also offer a range of benefits, such as:

• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Trained mental health first aiders
• Discounted private medical benefits
• Enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support

Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments. We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritized.

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