Plant Supervisor

365 People; Croft; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Plant Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day operations of a Ready-to-Use Mortar batching plant in Croft. The ideal candidate will have strong supervisory skills in a manufacturing environment, a solid understanding of batching processes, and a commitment to health and safety. You will manage production schedules and ensure compliance with quality standards. The role offers a starting pay of £16 per hour with opportunities for overtime and a permanent position after 12 weeks.

Benefits

Temporary to permanent position

Overtime availability

Qualifications

• Experience in a supervisory role within manufacturing or heavy industry.
• Strong understanding of batching production processes.
• Experience operating mobile plant machinery.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operation of the ready-to-use mortar batching plant.
• Manage daily plant operations including pre-start checks and production runs.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Knowledge of batching processes

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Commitment to health and safety

Education

NVQ Plant Operations or IOSH

Tools

Mobile plant (front-end loader)

Job description

Plant Supervisor - Ready-to-Use Mortar

Location: Croft Quarry, Leicestershire

Pay Rate: £16 per hour + overtime available

365 People are recruiting for an experienced Plant Supervisor to oversee the day‑to‑day operation of a Ready‑to‑Use Mortar batching plant based at Croft Quarry. This is a hands‑on, varied role suited to someone with strong production, safety, and supervisory experience within a manufacturing or construction materials environment.

The Role

Reporting to the Production or Operations Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and high‑quality operation of the batching plant. You will play a key role in managing production schedules, materials, site activities, and customer collections while maintaining high standards of health, safety, and quality.

Key Responsibilities

Operations and Production

• Supervise and operate the ready‑to‑use mortar batching plant to meet production volumes, specifications, and delivery schedules
• Manage daily plant operations, including pre‑start checks, production runs, and end‑of‑day shutdown and cleaning
• Coordinate raw material ordering and stock control to ensure efficient and cost‑effective production
• Liaise with the order office and dispatch to plan production and deliveries
• Operate and oversee mobile plant, including front‑end loading shovels, to manage materials and site logistics

Health, Safety, Environment and Quality

• Promote a strong safety‑first culture and ensure compliance with all HSEQ standards
• Carry out site inspections, risk assessments, and toolbox talks
• Ensure fixed and mobile plant complies with legislative and company requirements
• Carry out quality control checks to ensure products meet technical specifications
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards across the site

Maintenance and Site Management

• Carry out and supervise routine preventative and autonomous maintenance
• Identify and resolve minor plant faults to minimise downtime
• Supervise visiting drivers and contractors on site
• Maintain accurate production, maintenance, stock, and compliance records

Customer Service and Team Supervision

• Act as the main site contact for customer collections and enquiries
• Handle customer issues professionally and efficiently
• Supervise and support on‑site personnel to maintain a productive working environment

About You

Essential

• Previous supervisory or leadership experience in an operational, manufacturing, or heavy industry environment
• Experience with ready‑to‑use mortar, concrete, aggregates, or similar construction materials
• Good understanding of batching and production processes
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Experience operating mobile plant, such as a front‑end loading shovel
• Strong communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills
• Confident using computer systems for batching and administrative tasks

Desirable

• Industry qualifications such as NVQ Plant Operations or IOSH
• Knowledge of raw material handling and storage
• Experience carrying out minor plant maintenance and fault diagnosis

What's on Offer

• £16 per hour
• Overtime available
• Temp to Perm – after 12 weeks secure a permanent role
• Opportunity to work in a responsible, hands‑on supervisory role

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