Plant Supervisor

Heidelberg Materials UK; Exeter; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials company is seeking a Plant Supervisor in Exeter. This role involves overseeing the operations of a concrete plant, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and supervising staff and deliveries. Full training is provided for candidates with no prior experience in concrete production. The position offers a competitive salary of £28,000–£30,000 per annum, and opportunities for bonuses and generous benefits, including 27 days holiday and family-friendly policies.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus incentives

Generous pension

Life assurance

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and grow.
• No prior experience in concrete production required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the concrete plant.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental standards.
• Supervise contractors and coordinate deliveries.

Skills

Positive, proactive attitude

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Job description

Plant supervisor - FULL TRAINING GIVEN - no experience required

We’re looking for a Plant Supervisor to join our team at Heidelberg Materials in Exeter. We’ll teach you everything you need to know about concrete production and plant operations.

Location: Exeter
Salary: £28,000–£30,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Hours: 45 hours per week
Opportunity to increase earnings through overtime

What You’ll Be Doing

• Overseeing the day‑to‑day running of the concrete plant
• Using computer systems to batch and dispatch concrete
• Speaking with customers and coordinating deliveries
• Supervising contractors and hauliers on‑site
• Carrying out routine maintenance and inspections
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental standards
• Keeping the site clean, safe, and well‑presented
• To effectively operate the batching plant to the standards required by company policy and to improve & maintain site presentation to company guidelines
• To accurately batch concrete/mortar in accordance with the relevant procedures
• To ensure that the plant is adequately stocked with approved materials at all times
• To visually check stocks on a minimum weekly basis and verify monthly
• To carry out routine maintenance and inspection for defects and record actions accordingly

What You’ll Learn

• Concrete batching and quality control
• Environmental and safety compliance
• Stock and material management
• Site supervision and customer service

What We’re Looking For

• A positive, proactive attitude
• Willingness to learn and grow
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• No prior experience in concrete? No problem – full training provided!

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: 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)
• 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