Relief Plant Supervisor - Safe Operations Leader

Heidelberg Materials; West Drayton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking a proactive Relief Plant Supervisor to cover sites and oversee safe, efficient production and dispatch of concrete and mortar. The role spans operations, maintenance, stock management and quality control, requiring strong health and safety discipline and customer service focus.

You will work with customers, hauliers and internal teams to uphold high standards of environmental compliance, and ensure timely delivery while continuously improving plant performance

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or heavy industrial environments.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of site operations.
• Good IT skills and confidence using computer-based production systems.
• Excellent communication skills with customers and colleagues.
• Practical problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to maintenance and operational issues.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Flexible approach to travel across multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the plant when providing site cover.
• Liaise with the Customer Service Centre to meet production requirements and delivery schedules.
• Operate batching and dispatch systems accurately and efficiently.
• Batch concrete and mortar in accordance with procedures and quality standards.
• Monitor production activities to ensure optimum output, product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Carry out routine plant inspections, maintenance and basic repairs, recording actions.
• Ensure sufficient raw materials are available to meet production demands.
• Complete regular stock checks and monthly stock verification.
• Inspect incoming materials to meet required specifications.
• Supervise contractors, hauliers, visitors and employees to ensure safety compliance.
• Maintain housekeeping standards across plant, equipment and buildings.
• Ensure waste disposal, water discharge and dust emissions are managed per environmental procedures.
• Identify and report defects, incidents or issues affecting health, safety, environment, quality or service.
• Review plant performance and working practices to maximise efficiency and resource use.
• Maintain security and integrity of site and assets.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Health & safety

Independent worker

IT skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Travel flexibility

Tools

Production systems

Job description

Heidelberg Materials UK is seeking a proactive Relief Plant Supervisor to cover sites and oversee safe, efficient production and dispatch of concrete and mortar. The role spans operations, maintenance, stock management and quality control, requiring strong health and safety discipline and customer service focus.

You will work with customers, hauliers and internal teams to uphold high standards of environmental compliance, and ensure timely delivery while continuously improving plant performance