Precision Concrete Plant Operator — Batching & Quality

Breedon Group plc; Newburgh; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Share Save Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance

Discounts Platform

Learning Opportunities

Bank Holidays

Job summary

Breedon Group plc in Clatchard Quarry, Newburgh, is seeking a reliable Concrete Plant Operative to support the safe, efficient production of ready-mixed concrete and operate plant equipment.

You will work as part of a team, following strict health, safety and environmental procedures, batch materials to approved mix designs, monitor moisture and slump, and maintain high housekeeping standards. This role offers training and progression opportunities, with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Reliable, detail-oriented and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn.
• Desirable: Experience operating concrete batching plants within a quarry or heavy industrial environment.
• Desirable: Understanding of concrete mix designs and quality control standards.
• Desirable: Experience using computerised batching control systems and interpreting production specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate and control mobile concrete batching plants in line with production schedules.
• Accurately batch materials to meet approved concrete mix design specifications.
• Monitor plant performance, moisture content, slump and production output to ensure consistent product quality.
• Carry out routine plant inspections and basic preventative maintenance checks.
• Adjust plant settings to maintain product quality, consistency and operational efficiency.
• Record production data, stock levels, delivery documentation and quality control results accurately.
• Coordinate with quarry operatives, drivers and site supervisors to ensure efficient operations.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, environmental and quality standards at all times.
• Identify and report plant faults, breakdown risks or material issues promptly.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards across the concrete plant.

Skills

Reliability

Detail-oriented

Team player

Willingness to learn

Tools

Batching control systems

Job description

Breedon Group plc in Clatchard Quarry, Newburgh, is seeking a reliable Concrete Plant Operative to support the safe, efficient production of ready-mixed concrete and operate plant equipment.

You will work as part of a team, following strict health, safety and environmental procedures, batch materials to approved mix designs, monitor moisture and slump, and maintain high housekeeping standards. This role offers training and progression opportunities, with a competitive benefits package.