General Operative

Heidelberg Materials UK; Settle; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking a General Operative to join a hands-on site operations team. You will safely operate mobile and static plant, conduct inspections and routine checks, and help maintain equipment and site cleanliness.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork and active participation in daily site activities. The ideal candidate is reliable, safety-conscious and comfortable in a practical environment, with a positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a busy site operation.

Qualifications

• Reliable, safety-conscious and comfortable working in a hands-on environment.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well in a team.
• Experience operating mobile or static plant is beneficial in construction, aggregates, quarrying, manufacturing or other industrial environments.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate mobile plant and equipment.
• Operate static plant safely and efficiently.
• Perform SHE and quality inspections.
• Carry out pre-start, operational and post-operation checks.
• Identify and report plant defects or maintenance needs.
• Help maintain plant and equipment in good working order.
• Complete near-miss reports when required.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards on site.
• Keep workstations clean, tidy and safe.
• Follow all health, safety, environmental and quality procedures.
• Welcome visitors and ensure sign-in.
• Conduct contractor inductions as needed.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure safe, efficient production.

Skills

reliable

safety-conscious

hands-on

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.

General Operative

Salary: £13.69 per hour

Looking for a hands‑on role where safety, teamwork and keeping things moving really matter?

We’re looking for a reliable and hardworking General Operative to join our team at Heidelberg Materials.

This is a varied, practical role where you’ll play an important part in the safe and efficient running of the site. From operating mobile and static plant to carrying out inspections, maintaining equipment and keeping the site clean and organised, you’ll be right at the heart of our operation.

If you enjoy working as part of a team, taking pride in what you do and aren’t afraid to get stuck in, we’d like to hear from you.

What you’ll be doing

As a General Operative, your responsibilities will include:

• Safely operating mobile plant and equipment
• Operating static plant safely and efficiently
• Carrying out Safety, Health and Environmental (SHE) and quality inspections
• Completing pre-start, operational and post-operation checks
• Identifying and reporting plant defects or maintenance requirements
• Helping to maintain plant and equipment in good working condition
• Completing near-miss reports when required
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping across the site
• Keeping workstations clean, tidy and safe
• Following all company health, safety, environmental and quality procedures
• Welcoming visitors to site and ensuring they sign in correctly
• Completing contractor inductions where required
• Working closely with colleagues to ensure production operates safely and efficiently

What we’re looking for

You’ll be someone who is reliable, safety-conscious and comfortable working in a hands‑on environment.

A positive attitude and willingness to work as part of a team are essential. You’ll need good timekeeping, an eye for safety and the confidence to take responsibility for keeping your working area and equipment in good order.

Experience operating mobile or static plant would be beneficial, particularly within construction, aggregates, quarrying, manufacturing or another industrial environment.

What’s on offer

£13.69 per hour

You’ll have the opportunity to join a hands‑on operational team where safety, quality and teamwork are at the centre of everything we do.

Ready to get stuck in?

If you’re looking for a practical role where you can keep active, work as part of a team and make a real contribution to the day‑to‑day operation of the site,