Logistics manager

001 Heidelberg Materials Australia Group Pty Ltd; Ellistown; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking a Logistics Manager for its mobile plant operations, pivotal in ensuring health, safety, and operational efficiency. The role involves leading a team to enhance workplace safety, manage logistics operations, and ensure compliance with environmental standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, relevant experience, and a commitment to sustainability, responding to the dynamic needs of the construction materials industry.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus incentives

Generous pension schemes

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working options

Paid volunteering day

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years relevant operational experience required.
• Experience working in a logistics environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the operational mobile plant logistics team.
• Ensure adherence to health and safety standards and environmental compliance.
• Achieve optimal production levels and collaborate with logistics teams.

Skills

Health & Safety

Environmental Compliance

Operational Efficiency

Team Leadership

Education

Higher level vocational or educational qualification

NVQ Level 4 in SHE quarry operations

Job description

time left to apply End Date: August 11, 2025 (17 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR10008464

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 key to our growth and development. We aim to foster 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.

We are seeking a dynamic and experiencedLogistics Manager Mobile plant to lead, direct, and manage our operational mobile plant logistics team. This role is critical in ensuring the highest standards ofhealth & safety,environmental compliance, andoperational efficiencyacross our logistics functions.

Health & Safety

• Champion a culture of safety in line with Heidelberg Materials’ Health and Safety Plan
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workplace safety

Environmental

• Ensure operations align with our Environmental Management Plan
• Lead initiatives to reduce environmental impact and improve sustainability

Compliance

• Guarantee adherence to all statutory legislation and internal company regulations

Operational Excellence

• Achieve optimal production levels at the lowest operational cost
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities

Logistics & Distribution

• Collaborate with logistics teams to deliver high customer service levels efficiently

Quality Assurance

• Partner with technical teams to maintain top-tier product quality
• Lead quality control for rail, transport, and stockpiles
• Investigate and resolve quality complaints through Root Cause Analysis

Business Analysis

• Work with the Area Operations Manager to ensure accurate and actionable logistics data
• Support profit-enhancing initiatives through data-driven decision-making

Resource Planning

• Ensure teams are well-resourced, trained, and equipped to meet business goals

Team Leadership

• Provide clear direction and foster a culture of development and accountability

Operational Control

• Implement robust controls across safety, environmental, capital expenditure, and revenue

Collaboration

• Foster a “One Team” culture by working closely with all departments

Education/Qualification

• Higher level either vocational or educational
• Minimum 5 years relevant operational experience
• NVQ Level 4 in SHE quarry operations

What’s on Offer:

Salary - competitive

• Employer of choice : Armed Forces Covenant (Silver) / Disability Confident Committed / 5% Club (Platinum) / Mates in Mind / Clear Assured (Foundation) / The Mineral Products and Qualification Council (MPQC) / STEM Ambassador
• Compensation Package : Bonus incentives / Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance
• Work Life Balance : 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical
• Family Friendly : Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption/IVF/Menopause
• Social Value : paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ+, Network of Woman, Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces)
• Wellbeing : Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) / Mental Health First Aiders / Cycle to Work / Employee Benefits portal including Gym discount / Free eye tests / Discounted Private Medical cover

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.

About us

At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK), 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.

If you're interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience or skill set doesn't perfectly align with the job description. Creating a candidate home page is optional, when asked, but you can use this to quickly see the progress of your application(s).

You may still be the right fit for this or other roles within our company.

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We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive.

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.