General Operative — Plant Operator & Site Support

Heidelberg Materials UK; Gunnislake; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career development

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK operates a large network of sites, including Hingston Down, and seeks a General Operative to support daily production with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

You will operate both mobile and static plant, carry out inspections and assist with material handling while maintaining a clean, safe work environment. The role offers development opportunities within a global, sustainability-focused company.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating mobile or static plant equipment.
• NVQ/QCF qualifications in plant operations encouraged.
• Willingness to work towards NVQ/QCF.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate mobile plant and site equipment.
• Operate static plant machinery per procedures.
• Conduct pre-start and post-operational inspections.
• Perform routine maintenance checks.
• Support load and haul and materials handling.
• Maintain high housekeeping and safety standards.
• Report hazards and near misses.
• Welcome visitors and manage inductions.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure safe production.

Skills

Health & safety

Communication

Teamwork

Timekeeping

Problem solving

Proactive

Education

NVQ/QCF qualifications

Tools

Plant operation licences

Job description

Heidelberg Materials UK operates a large network of sites, including Hingston Down, and seeks a General Operative to support daily production with a strong emphasis on safety and quality.

You will operate both mobile and static plant, carry out inspections and assist with material handling while maintaining a clean, safe work environment. The role offers development opportunities within a global, sustainability-focused company.