Higher Apprentice

Heidelberg Materials UK; St. Ives; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday + bank holidays

Paid volunteering day

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail discounts

Continuous learning opportunities

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is offering a structured apprenticeship-style opportunity to gain hands-on experience across safety, environment, quality, compliance, and operations. You will be supported by mentors and work on real projects while pursuing formal development pathways.

Applicants should have 80+ UCAS points, 5 GCSEs including Maths, English & Science, and a full UK driving licence. This programme promotes long-term careers in the construction materials industry.

Qualifications

• 80+ UCAS points required.
• 5 GCSEs including Maths, English & Science.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience across Health & Safety, Environmental Management, Quality Assurance, Compliance and Operations.
• Support permit compliance, safety procedures and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop communication and teamwork skills through structured mentorship.

Skills

Self-starter

Team player

Excellent communicator

Flexible

Proactive

Education

80+ UCAS points

5 GCSEs including Maths, English & Science

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Working alongside the Site Manager, you'll gain hands-on experience and structured training across key operational areas:

• 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.
  Education: 80+ UCAS points, 5 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above) including Maths, English & Science
• Driving Licence: Full UK licence
• Skills: Self-starter, team player, excellent communicator, flexible and proactive
• Status: British citizenship or UK settled status.
  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.

• Structured Learning & Mentorship: Benefit from a clear development plan and ongoing support from experienced professionals who are committed to helping you grow.
• Global Impact: Be part of a leading international company driving sustainable innovation in the construction industry.
• Hands-On Experience: Gain practical, real-world experience on major projects while learning from industry experts.
• Career Progression: Build a strong foundation for a long-term career in commercial construction, with opportunities to advance within the business.
• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays),
• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
• Wellbeing and Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities, Find the best degree, higher, and advanced apprenticeships across the UK. Fast-track your career, earn a competitive wage, and gain debt-free qualifications.