Plant Supervisor

Heidelberg Materials Limited; Bedworth; Remote; GBP 31,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus incentives

Generous pension

Life assurance

27 days holiday

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) seeks a Plant Supervisor for the Bedworth Concrete site. You will lead daily production and distribution, ensure safety compliance, and drive performance while safeguarding assets and coordinating with logistics, commercial, and operations teams.

Ideal candidates bring supervisory experience in manufacturing and a strong HSE mindset; IOSH Managing Safely is preferred. Excellent reporting and people development skills are required.

Qualifications

• Supervisory experience within a manufacturing, production, distribution, or industrial environment.
• A strong understanding of Health & Safety and operational best practice.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Experience managing workloads and coordinating operational activities.
• A continuous improvement mindset with proactive problem solving.
• Good organisational and reporting skills.
• IOSH Managing Safely qualification, or willingness to achieve this with company support.

Responsibilities

• Supervising daily production and distribution activities across the site.
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company standards.
• Promoting and maintaining a culture of Zero Harm.
• Supporting operational performance, efficiency, and productivity targets.
• Monitoring inventory levels and maintaining accurate stock control.
• Driving continuous improvement initiatives and identifying opportunities to reduce waste and costs.
• Supporting the development and performance of site employees.
• Protecting and maintaining site assets and equipment.
• Producing operational reports and performance updates as required.
• Working closely with colleagues across logistics, supply chain, commercial, and operational teams.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Health & Safety

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Reporting

Education

IOSH Managing Safely

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.# **Plant Supervisor**# **Bedworth | £31,000 - £32,000 per annum**## Are you an experienced supervisor looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Do you thrive on leading people, improving performance, and maintaining the highest safety standards? At Heidelberg Materials, we're looking for a **Plant Supervisor** to support the day-to-day operation of our **Bedworth Concrete site**. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in overseeing production and distribution activities, ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations while helping us deliver quality products to our customers. As a Plant Supervisor, you will be at the heart of the operation, leading by example, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a positive and safety-focused culture. ## What You'll Be Doing* Supervising daily production and distribution activities across the site* Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety legislation and company standards* Promoting and maintaining a culture of Zero Harm* Supporting operational performance, efficiency, and productivity targets* Monitoring inventory levels and maintaining accurate stock control* Driving continuous improvement initiatives and identifying opportunities to reduce waste and costs* Supporting the development and performance of site employees* Protecting and maintaining site assets and equipment* Producing operational reports and performance updates as required* Working closely with colleagues across logistics, supply chain, commercial, and operational teams ## What We're Looking ForWe're looking for a motivated and proactive individual who can confidently lead operational activities while maintaining a strong focus on safety, compliance, and performance.You'll ideally have:* Supervisory experience within a manufacturing, production, distribution, or industrial environment* A strong understanding of Health & Safety and operational best practice* Excellent leadership and communication skills* Experience managing workloads and coordinating operational activities* A continuous improvement mindset with a proactive approach to problem solving* Good organisational and reporting skills* IOSH Managing Safely qualification, or a willingness to achieve this with company support* A commitment to developing leadership and engagement skills through further supervisory training ## Why Join Heidelberg Materials?At Heidelberg Materials, we build more than materials - we build careers. As one of the world's leading manufacturers of building materials, we offer opportunities for development, progression, and continuous learning within a business that places safety, innovation, and sustainability at the heart of everything we do.In return, you'll benefit from:* Competitive salary of £31,000 - £32,000* Industry-leading health and safety culture* Career development and training opportunities* Supportive and collaborative working environment* The opportunity to work for a global leader in construction materials **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, Season and travel ticket loans* 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##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 usAt 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.Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here). Please contact [e-mail] for additional information or to request accommodations.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.