Quarry Plant Operator – Safe, Efficient & Overtime

Heidelberg Materials; Ellistown; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus incentives

Generous pension

Life assurance

27 days holiday

Flexible working

Paid volunteering day

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is seeking a reliable Quarry Operative to join our site team. The role involves safely operating plant, maintaining high standards, and contributing to the smooth running of a busy quarry environment.

As part of a global materials company, you will work on site with responsibilities across plant operation, housekeeping, and safety compliance, with opportunities for ongoing development and a career in quarry operations.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths and English at grade 4/C or above.
• Good general education with ability to understand health, safety, and Quarry Regulations.
• Relevant competency cards for loading shovel and ADT.
• Desirable: previous quarry or heavy plant experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile and static plant in a safe, efficient, and competent manner, per Site Management instructions.
• Carry out general housekeeping tasks across the quarry as required.
• Support operations on the main processing plant within your competence and directed by Site Management.
• Complete daily inspection and defect reporting documentation for mobile plant.
• Report faults, defects or operational issues promptly to the Load & Haul management team.
• Submit near-miss reports and promote a strong health and safety culture.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

GCSE Maths & English

General education

Health & safety knowledge

Tools

Loading shovel

ADT

Job description

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is seeking a reliable Quarry Operative to join our site team. The role involves safely operating plant, maintaining high standards, and contributing to the smooth running of a busy quarry environment.

As part of a global materials company, you will work on site with responsibilities across plant operation, housekeeping, and safety compliance, with opportunities for ongoing development and a career in quarry operations.