Plant Supervisor

Heidelberg Materials UK; Hailsham; Vor Ort; GBP 28.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking a Concrete Plant Supervisor to oversee batching operations, ensure high‑quality concrete production and maintain site standards. You will liaise with customers, drivers and office staff to keep everything running smoothly and safely.

You will work in a busy plant environment, with a hands‑on approach, strong attention to detail and a commitment to health, safety and continuous improvement, while supporting colleagues and customers daily.

Qualifikationen

• Commitment to health, safety and environmental standards.
• Practical, hands-on approach in an operational setting.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
• Excellent attention to detail and high standard of work.
• Reliable, well organised and able to manage priorities.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Willing to learn new skills and training when required.

Aufgaben

• Operate batching plant and loading shovel safely and efficiently.
• Produce quality concrete and mortar per customer specs.
• Coordinate with customers, drivers, order office and plant colleagues.
• Maintain stock levels of raw materials and inspect stocks regularly.
• Perform routine plant inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Keep site, plant, buildings and welfare facilities clean to a high standard.
• Monitor defects, safety, environmental and quality concerns and report them.
• Support compliance with health, safety, environmental and company standards.
• Promote a safe-working environment for employees, contractors and visitors.
• Look for ways to improve operational efficiency and site presentation.

Kenntnisse

Health & safety

Operational mindset

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reliability & organisation

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Ausbildung

GCSE Maths & English

Jobbeschreibung

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.

Build a Career That Keeps Britain Moving

Are you a hands‑on team player who takes pride in maintaining high standards, working safely, and delivering outstanding customer service? Heidelberg Materials is looking for a dedicated Concrete Plant Supervisor to join our team.

This is a varied role where no two days are the same. You'll play a key part in producing high-quality concrete, ensuring plant operations run efficiently, maintaining excellent site standards, and helping us deliver a first‑class service to our customers.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Concrete Plant Supervisor, you will:

• Operate the batching plant and loading shovel (FEL) safely and efficiently.
• Produce quality concrete and mortar in line with customer requirements and company procedures.
• Liaise with customers, drivers, the Order Office, and plant colleagues to ensure smooth operations.
• Maintain stock levels of approved raw materials and carry out regular stock inspections.
• Conduct routine plant inspections and preventative maintenance activities.
• Ensure the site, plant, buildings, and welfare facilities are maintained to a high standard of cleanliness.
• Monitor and report any defects, safety concerns, environmental issues, or quality concerns.
• Support compliance with health, safety, environmental, quality, and company standards.
• Promote a safe‑working environment for employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Continuously seek ways to improve operational efficiency and site presentation.

What We’re Looking For

We’re interested in candidates who:

• Have a strong commitment to health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Enjoy working in a practical, operational environment.
• Can work independently while contributing positively to a team.
• Have excellent attention to detail and take pride in maintaining high standards.
• Are reliable, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Have good communication and customer service skills.
• Are willing to learn new skills and undertake training as required.

Essential Requirements

• GCSE Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• A positive attitude and willingness to work in a busy plant environment.
• Commitment to safe working practices and continuous improvement.

Why Join Heidelberg Materials?

At Heidelberg Materials, you'll become part of one of the UK's leading construction materials businesses. We invest in our people, provide opportunities for development and training, and offer a supportive environment where safety, teamwork, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do.

If you're looking for a role where you can make a real impact, develop your skills, and build a long-term career, we'd love to hear from you.