Rail Operations Specialist: Safe, Hands-On & Impactful

Heidelberg Materials UK; Frome; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking a Rail Operative to join our safety‑minded, hands‑on operations team. You’ll help keep rail loading activities running safely and efficiently across our busy site.

Key duties include operating and supervising mobile and fixed plant, inspecting wagons, loading trains, keeping accurate records, and supporting risk assessments and method statements while coordinating with colleagues, contractors and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Strong health and safety focus preferred.
• Reliability, proactive attitude and excellent timekeeping are essential.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on operational environment.
• Ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Safely operating and supervising mobile and static plant, including rail load-out equipment and weighbridges.
• Receiving, storing and loading trains and wagons in line with site procedures.
• Visually inspecting wagons as they enter and leave the site.
• Monitoring rail infrastructure, freight, plant and associated equipment to identify potential issues.
• Carrying out routine inspections and minor maintenance activities.
• Maintaining accurate operational, inspection and maintenance records.
• Ensuring plant and rail assets are kept clean, safe and in good working order.
• Completing general cleaning, housekeeping and the safe clearance of plant spillages.
• Reporting accidents, near misses, hazards and equipment issues promptly.
• Supporting the completion of risk assessments and method statements.
• Supervising employees and contractors during rail activities when required.
• Using site resources safely, efficiently and effectively.

Skills

Health and safety focus

Reliability

Timekeeping

Teamwork

Communication

Hands-on operations

Rail plant operation experience

Education

EPIC and/or NVQ in mobile/static plant operation

Safety Track Passport

Job description

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking a Rail Operative to join our safety‑minded, hands‑on operations team. You’ll help keep rail loading activities running safely and efficiently across our busy site.

Key duties include operating and supervising mobile and fixed plant, inspecting wagons, loading trains, keeping accurate records, and supporting risk assessments and method statements while coordinating with colleagues, contractors and suppliers.