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Overview
The Asphalt Production Manager is responsible for the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the asphalt production plant in Leeds. Responsibilities include managing production schedules, ensuring quality standards, maintaining equipment, overseeing health and safety compliance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to maximize productivity and minimize downtime.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for the safe, efficient, and high-quality operation of our asphalt production facility. From managing teams and schedules to driving continuous improvement, your leadership will ensure we meet customer demands while maintaining the highest standards.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage daily asphalt production and dispatch
* Coordinate raw material deliveries and inventory
* Ensure compliance with production plans and quality standards
* Lead and develop a team of operatives and technicians
* Conduct briefings, reviews, and training sessions
* Foster a culture of safety, quality, and collaboration
* Enforce HSE policies and legal compliance
* Conduct risk assessments and safety audits
* Champion a safety-first mindset across the site
* Oversee planned maintenance and respond to breakdowns
* Ensure equipment longevity and performance
* Identify and implement process enhancements
* Monitor costs and reduce waste
* Apply Lean or similar methodologies to boost efficiency
What You’ll Bring
* Proven experience in asphalt or heavy industrial production
* Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
* Solid understanding of HSE regulations
* Technical aptitude and IT proficiency
* Engineering or technical qualifications (preferred)
Desirable Qualifications
* NVQ in Asphalt or Plant Operations
* IOSH/NEBOSH certification
* CPCS/MPQC/CSCS credentials
Why Heidelberg Materials?
We’re more than a materials company—we’re a people-first organisation committed to safety, sustainability, and career development. Join us and lead a team that builds the infrastructure of tomorrow.
Apply today and shape the future of asphalt production in Leeds.
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Full-time
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