Asphalt Plant Operative

Heidelberg Materials UK; oThongathi; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials supplier is seeking a committed Asphalt Plant Operator for their site in KwaZulu-Natal. In this safety-focused role, you will operate and maintain both static and mobile plant efficiently while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have a good general education and a willingness to achieve NVQ/QCF certification in plant operations. The company offers a supportive culture, family-friendly policies, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Enhanced family-friendly policies

Employee Assistance Programme

Continuous learning opportunities

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and apply health, safety, and quarry regulations.
• Willingness to work towards NVQ/QCF certification in plant operations.
• Good communication skills and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and efficient operation of all plant equipment.
• Carry out SHE and Quality inspections.
• Complete inspection checklists and report defects.

Skills

Safety-focused mindset

Ability to carry out inspections

Team collaboration

Education

Good general education

NVQ/QCF in plant operations or willingness to obtain

Tools

Safety equipment

Mobile and static plant

Job description

Asphalt Plant Operator – Maidstone

Rotative Shifts | Competitive Salary

We are looking for a committed and safety‑focused Asphalt Plant Operator to join our team in Maidstone. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast‑paced production environment and takes pride in operating and maintaining plant safely and efficiently.

About The Role

As an Asphalt Plant Operator, you will play a key role in ensuring the safe, compliant and reliable running of our operations. You will be responsible for completing essential inspections, maintaining static and mobile plant, and supporting overall site performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out SHE and Quality inspections, accurately recording all findings.
• Complete inspection checklists before, during and after operations, reporting defects promptly.
• Operate, inspect and maintain static and mobile plant for load & haul, processing and materials handling.
• Ensure safe and efficient operation of all plant equipment.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the site.
• Follow all Company policies, guidelines and compliance processes.
• Work closely with colleagues on‑site to maintain smooth and efficient production.
• Submit near‑miss reports as required by Site Management.
• Ensure good timekeeping and maintain clean, tidy workstations.
• Manage visitor sign‑ins and support contractor inductions where required.

Key Accountabilities

• Safe operation of mobile and static plant.
• Adherence to all Company procedures.
• Maintaining plant equipment to manufacturer and Company standards.
• Supporting safe working practices and continuous improvement of site performance.

Education & Qualifications

• Good general education with the ability to understand and apply health, safety and quarry regulations.
• NVQ/QCF certification in static and mobile plant operations (or willingness to work towards gaining this qualification).

Why Join us?

At Heidelberg Materials, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.

Rewards & Benefits

We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including:

• Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member
• Family‑Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
• Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities

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 vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote 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.