Plant Supervisor

Heidelberg Materials UK; Penkridge; On-site; GBP 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading supplier of construction materials is seeking an Operator for their batching plant in Cannock. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of £31,000pa and a range of benefits including flexible working options, bonus incentives, and 27 days holiday. You'll play a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient concrete production and maintaining the facility's cleanliness and compliance with safety standards.

Benefits

Bonus incentives

Pension schemes

Life assurance

27 days holiday

Flexible and agile working options

Paid volunteering days

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in batching plant operations required.
• Knowledge of health & safety regulations essential.
• Ability to manage materials and report on inventory.

Responsibilities

• Operate the batching plant and maintain site presentation.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety policies.
• Oversee maintenance, inspections, and stock verification.

Skills

Safety Compliance

Quality Control

Operational Efficiency

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 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 a leader in carbon neutrality and circular economy initiatives within the building materials industry, we develop sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We also enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

What’s On Offer
Salary: £31,000pa
Hours: 7-5 Mon-Fri, 7-12 Saturday
Contract: Permanent, 45 hours
Location: Cannock

Purpose of the role
To work closely with team members in producing concrete in a safe, clean environment and to ensure excellent customer service. Responsible for maintaining the first impression regarding cleanliness of yard, plant, and facilities.

Key Accountabilities

• Operate the batching plant to company standards and maintain site presentation
• Maintain cleanliness throughout the site and facilities
• Accurately batch concrete/mortar following procedures when trained
• Ensure plant is stocked with approved materials
• Check stocks daily and verify monthly with the plant supervisor
• Carry out routine maintenance and inspections, record actions
• Report any defects or issues affecting safety, environment, quality, or service
• Ensure compliance with health & safety, environmental, quality, and fraud prevention policies
• Liaise with the Order Office and plant staff to meet customer requirements and ensure quality and output standards
• Inspect and maintain plant and equipment regularly
• Manage waste disposal, water discharges, and dust emissions per environmental procedures
• Ensure sufficient materials are available for production
• Inspect incoming materials weekly
• Enforce safety instructions for employees, contractors, visitors
• Optimize plant and equipment use through appraisal and review
• Comply with trade practices laws and company policies
• Update knowledge and attend training as needed
• Perform other duties as requested by management

Additional Benefits
Salary: £31,000pa
Hours: 7-5 Mon-Fri, 7-12 Saturday
Contract: Perm 45 hours
Location: Cannock

• Employer of choice: Armed Forces Covenant (Silver), Disability Confident, 5% Club (Platinum), among others
• Compensation: Bonus incentives, pension schemes, life assurance
• Work-life balance: 27 days holiday, flexible and agile working options, holiday purchase, sabbatical
• Family policies: Maternity, paternity, parental leave, neonatal, adoption, IVF, menopause
• Social value: Paid volunteering days, community engagement (LGBTQ+, women in STEM, Armed Forces)
• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, mental health support, cycle to work, gym discounts, free eye tests, private medical discounts