Mobile Plant Operator

Hanson Quarry Products Europe Limited; Wareham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive package

Bonus incentives

Generous pension scheme

Life assurance

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Flexible working opportunities

Sabbaticals

Family-Friendly Benefits: Enhanced le-

Employee wellbeing: EAP, gym discounts

Volunteer day

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is recruiting a Mobile Plant Operator for the Master Quarry in Wareham. The role involves operating a Front End Loading Shovel to unload sand, load HGVs, and assist with daily production while upholding safety and site procedures.

You’ll work as part of a Quarry team, performing inspections, maintaining equipment, and supporting wider site operations as needed. A strong health and safety mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience operating mobile plant machinery in quarry, construction, recycling or similar heavy industrial environment.
• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths.
• EPIC certification for mobile plant operations.
• NVQ Level 2 in Mobile Plant Operations (or willingness to work towards)

Responsibilities

• Operate Front End Loading Shovel to de‑stock sand from the wash plant and load HGVs.
• Operate other mobile plant machinery where trained and certified.
• Carry out routine inspections and maintenance on mobile plant equipment.
• Support operational activities across the processing plant as required.
• Follow all Health & Safety procedures and Quarry Regulations.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safe working practices.

Skills

Mobile plant operation

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

GCSE English & Maths (Grade 4/C or higher)

NVQ Level 2 in Mobile Plant Operations

EPIC certification for mobile plant operations

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 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.

Mobile Plant Operator Wareham | Master Quarry

Salary: Up to £30,000 | 39.5 Hours per Week.

The Role

As a Mobile Plant Operator, your primary responsibility will be operating a Front End Loading Shovel (FEL), supporting the day-to-day production process by handling materials safely and efficiently. Working as part of an experienced quarry team, you'll contribute to the smooth operation of the site while maintaining the highest standards of safety, housekeeping, and equipment care.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Operating a Front End Loading Shovel to de‑stock sand from the wash plant and load HGVs.
• Operating other mobile plant machinery where appropriately trained and certified.
• Carrying out routine inspections and maintenance on mobile plant equipment.
• Supporting operational activities across the processing plant as required.
• Following all company Health & Safety procedures and Quarry Regulations.
• Maintaining high standards of housekeeping and safe working practices.
• Working collaboratively with site management and operational teams to achieve production targets.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience operating mobile plant machinery in a quarry, construction, recycling, or similar heavy industrial environment.
• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Maths.
• EPIC certification for mobile plant operations.
• NVQ Level 2 in Mobile Plant Operations (or willingness to work towards if required).
• A strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A proactive approach with a willingness to support wider site operations when needed.

Why Join Heidelberg Materials?

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where our people can develop, grow, and thrive. Our values include openness, transparency, and individual achievement. You will have the opportunity to contribute to a sustainable future, work in a leading company, and progress your career.

Reward & Benefits

• Competitive Package
• Bonus incentives
• Generous pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Work‑Life Balance 27 days holiday plus bank holidays, Holiday purchase scheme
• Flexible working opportunities, Sabbaticals
• Family‑Friendly Benefits: Enhanced maternity, paternity and parental leave, Adoption support, IVF support, Neonatal leave, Menopause support
• Health & Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), Mental Health First Aiders, Cycle to Work scheme, Gym and lifestyle discounts, Free eye tests, Discounted private healthcare
• Making a Difference: Paid volunteering day every year, Employee networks and communities, Support for STEM initiatives, Armed Forces and community engagement programmes

An Employer of Choice

• Armed Forces Covenant Silver Award holder
• Disability Confident
• Committed employer Platinum accredited
• 5% Club member
• Mates in Mind supporter
• Clear Assured Foundation accredited
• MPQC member
• STEM Ambassador organisation

Accommodations & Contact

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