Quarry Operative

Heidelberg Materials UK; Penkridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking a Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) professional to oversee safety inspections and manage plant operations. The role involves precise documentation, compliance with health and safety regulations, and collaboration with team members on-site. Exceptional benefits and a supportive work culture are offered, emphasizing employee wellbeing and work-life balance.

Benefits

Generous Pension Schemes

Life Assurance

27 days holiday

Flexible working

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Qualifications

• Knowledge of health and safety regulations is crucial.
• NVQ/QCF certification in plant operations is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety, health, and environmental inspections and record observations.
• Operate and maintain mobile and static plant equipment safely and efficiently.
• Adhere to company policies and ensure site housekeeping is upheld.

Skills

Health and Safety Compliance

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Education

Good general education

NVQ/QCF certification

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 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.

Purpose of the role

In the execution of various Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) and Quality inspections, it is imperative to meticulously record your observations. This entails completing inspection checklists both prior to, during, and after operating, ensuring that any defects identified are reported and addressed appropriately. Moreover, the operation, inspection, and maintenance of static and mobile plant equipment for load and haul, processing, and materials handling must be carried out with precision and care, always prioritizing safety and efficiency.

High standards of site housekeeping are to be diligently maintained, and strict adherence to all Company policies and guidelines is expected, with a special focus on health and safety, quality, and environmental procedures.

Furthermore, close collaboration with fellow employees, is crucial to ensure the efficient performance of production processes.

Key accountability

• Correct and safe operation of mobile plant.
• Ensure Company procedures are adhered to.
• To operate static plant in a safe and efficient manner.
• To maintain plant in good order physically, in accordance with manufacturers and Heidelberg Materials recommendations.
• To complete near miss reports as required by Site Management.
• Good timekeeping.
• Keep work stations clean and tidy
• Ensure visitors sign in and direct them to their meeting and where relevant complete contractor inductions
  
  
  

Education/Qualification

• Good general education is required as a large amount of health and safety regulations and quarry regulations are required to be understood and carried out.
• To work towards if necessary and attain NVQ/QCF certification in static and mobile plant operations
  
  
  

What’s On Offer

• 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