Plant Supervisor concrete

Heidelberg Materials Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials company in the UK is seeking a skilled operator to join their team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in ensuring concrete and mortar meet customer requirements while maintaining a safe and compliant working environment. Responsibilities include monitoring production quality, operating plant equipment, and adhering to safety regulations. This position offers a competitive package, generous benefits, and opportunities for career development in a supportive, inclusive culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary with bonus incentives

Generous pension and life assurance

Family-friendly policies

Wellbeing and development programs

Qualifications

• Experience in concrete production or similar industrial environment.
• Competent in operating a Front-End Loader (FEL).
• Strong focus on safety, housekeeping, and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with plant and order teams to produce concrete to customer requirements.
• Maintain clean and safe facilities and conduct routine maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety, environmental policies, and quality control.

Skills

Operating a Front-End Loader

Concrete production experience

Good communication skills

Proactive problem-solving

Job description

Responsibilities

• Work closely with plant and order office teams to ensure concrete and mortar are produced to customer requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and professional yard, plant, and facility at all times.
• Carry out regular inspections and routine maintenance of plant equipment in line with company procedures.
• Ensure waste disposal, water discharge, and dust control comply with environmental standards.
• Monitor material availability and complete daily visual stock checks, with weekly verified checks.
• Inspect incoming materials to ensure quality and suitability for production.
• Ensure employees, contractors, and visitors follow site safety rules and procedures.
• Optimise plant utilisation through continuous review of work methods and resources.
• Operate the batching plant and Front-End Loader in line with company standards.
• Accurately batch concrete/mortar in accordance with procedures once trained.
• Report any defects or issues affecting safety, environment, quality, or service.
• Maintain full compliance with health and safety legislation, environmental policies, quality control requirements, and fraud prevention procedures.
• Attend training as required and keep knowledge up to date.
• Perform additional tasks as requested by management.

Qualifications

• Experience in concrete production or a similar industrial environment.
• Competent in operating a Front-End Loader (FEL).
• Strong focus on safety, housekeeping, and compliance.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively with customers and colleagues.
• Proactive approach to problem‑solving and continuous improvement.

Benefits

• 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.
• Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance.
• 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.