Maintenance Supervisor

Heidelberg Materials AG; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A global construction materials leader is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Supervisor at their Dagenham site. This role involves leading maintenance operations, managing contractors, and ensuring site efficiency. Ideal candidates are skilled in fabrication and welding, proactive problem-solvers, and committed to safety. Competitive salary and benefits including a company van and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Benefits

Company van

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Skilled in fabrication and welding.
• Comfortable managing contractors and maintenance schedules.
• Committed to safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Leading maintenance of the wash plant and rail sidings.
• Ordering parts and materials, and overseeing stores.
• Carrying out planned inspections and keeping accurate records.

Skills

Fabrication and welding

Organised and proactive

Problem-solving abilities

Managing contractors

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Join Heidelberg Materials at Dagenham Wharf. Maintenance Supervisor — Salary £50,000 - £55,800 DOE + Productivity bonus + Company Van.

We’re looking for a hands-on, solutions-focused Maintenance Supervisor to take ownership of maintenance and fabrication at our busy Dagenham Aggregates site. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a leading name in the industry, where your skills will directly impact plant performance and site efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Leading maintenance of the wash plant and rail sidings
• Running weekly maintenance meetings and managing contractors
• Ordering parts and materials, and overseeing stores
• Fabricating and welding new and replacement components
• Maintaining and repairing static and mobile plant across multiple sites
• Carrying out planned inspections and keeping accurate records
• Identifying and resolving issues to reduce downtime
• Supporting site housekeeping and operating machinery safely
• Reporting defects and completing near miss reports
• Working within budget and aligning with production targets

Qualifications

• Skilled in fabrication and welding
• Organised and proactive, with strong problem-solving abilities
• Comfortable managing contractors and maintenance schedules
• Committed to safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement
• Reliable, with good timekeeping and attention to detail

What You’ll Get

• Competitive salary
• Company van
• A supportive team and a role with real impact
• Opportunities for development and progression

Why Join Us

At Heidelberg Materials, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.

Rewards & Benefits

We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including:

• Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member
• Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
• Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities