Plant Supervisor

001 Heidelberg Materials Australia Group Pty Ltd; Hapsford; On-site; GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking a Plant Supervisor for its facility in Whatley. The role involves overseeing the operations of the concrete plant, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and managing inventory. Full training is provided for candidates lacking experience in concrete production. Benefits include a competitive salary of £30,000, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full training and development

Supportive team environment

Career progression opportunities

27 days holiday excluding bank holidays

Flexible working

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and grow.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• No prior experience in concrete required.
• Full training provided.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the concrete plant.
• Use computer systems to batch and dispatch concrete.
• Coordinate deliveries and supervise contractors on-site.
• Ensure compliance with Health & Safety and Environmental standards.
• Conduct routine maintenance and inspections of the plant.

Skills

Positive attitude

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

time left to apply End Date: August 14, 2025 (20 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR10008413

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 key to our growth and development. We aim to foster 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.

Want to get into concrete? This is your chance to step into a key role in the construction materials industry with full support and training. We’re looking for aPlant Supervisorto join our team at Heidelberg Materials in Whatley. We will teach you everything you need to know about concrete production and plant operations.

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?

• Competitive salary of£30,000
• Full training and development
• Supportive team environment
• Career progression opportunities

What’s on Offer:

Salary: £30,000

Whatley

• Employer of choice : Armed Forces Covenant (Silver) / Disability Confident Committed / 5% Club (Platinum) / Mates in Mind / Clear Assured (Foundation) / The Mineral Products and Qualification Council (MPQC) / STEM Ambassador
• Compensation Package : Bonus incentives / Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance
• Work Life Balance : 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical
• Family Friendly : Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption/IVF/Menopause
• Social Value : paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ+, Network of Woman, Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces)
• Wellbeing : Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) / Mental Health First Aiders / Cycle to Work / Employee Benefits portal including Gym discount / Free eye tests / Discounted Private Medical cover

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 us

At 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.

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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.