Mobile Plant Operator

Heidelberg Materials UK; Colchester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of construction materials is seeking a Mobile Plant Operator to join their production team in Colchester. You will be responsible for operating heavy machinery, including FELs and Excavators, while maintaining a strong safety-first mindset. The role offers competitive pay of £12.90 per hour plus bonuses, along with a comprehensive benefits package. Flexibility and teamwork are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus incentives

Generous pension

27 days holiday

Wellbeing & Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy mobile plant machinery.
• Valid certifications for relevant machinery required.
• Strong safety mindset essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile plant machinery including FELs and Excavators.
• Transport materials to the processing plant.
• Perform routine maintenance on mobile plant equipment.

Skills

Experience operating heavy mobile plant

Strong safety-first mindset

Willingness to work as part of a team

Flexibility to support site needs

Education

Valid certifications for relevant machinery

Tools

FELs

Excavators

Dumpers

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 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.

Get Behind the Controls of Heavy Machinery – And Your Career!

Join our high-performing production team where no two days are the same. As a Mobile Plant Operator Birch, you’ll be at the heart of our operations, working with powerful equipment and contributing to the smooth running of our site.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Operating FELs, Excavators, Dumpers and other mobile plant machinery
• Transporting materials to the main processing plant
• Running fully PLC-controlled fixed plants
• Performing manual labour tasks including plant cleaning
• Carrying out routine maintenance on mobile plant equipment
• Supporting other duties across the site as directed by Site Management
• Always operating machinery safely and responsibly
  
  
  

What You’ll Bring:

• Experience operating heavy mobile plant
• Valid certifications for relevant machinery
• A strong safety-first mindset
• Willingness to work as part of a team and take on varied tasks
• Flexibility to support site needs as required
  
  
  

Ready to Make an Impact?

Apply now and take the next step in your career with a company that puts people and performance first.

Why Join Us at Heidelberg Materials?

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:

£12.90 per hour plus productivity bonus

Location Birch

• 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