Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 3,500 people and operating around 280 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement. Purpose of the role Reporting directly to the Operations Manager to the lead the sites rail loading process to a 5SLean and Six Sigma operational excellence. Through close collaboration with the Engineering manager and operational teams to increase productivity, product offering and quality whilst reducing operational costs for the sites rail department. Key accountabilities Strategic leadership Provide leadership in driving a 5SLean and Six Sigma methodologies across the rail division. Manage 6-8 direct reports (Rail operations team) using clearly outlined clear objectives, targets and performance measures which are reviewed regularly. Operational and resource planning Develop annual operating plan to standardize on a Lean/Sigma operating practice that can be incorporated into the Aggregates Operating Model for rail operations. Identify opportunities for continuous improvement by reviewing loading processes and equipment to identify and implement processes that will reduce cycle times, process variation, defects, lead times and penalty costs. Develop effective relationships that enable the influence of new process technique to be designed for manufacture and support other department members to ensure we are working together to achieve overall business goals Contribute to continuous business process improvement through the adoption of best practice. Business development Actively manage / develop commercial relationships for new and existing customers. Work closely within the Central aggregates operational and commercial team to exploit all commercial opportunities. Support the regions marketing plans to grow demand / market for the premium sales growth Seek opportunities to develop the business including product range, services provided, customer base and use of assets. Financial & Non-Financial accountabilities No of employees responsible for: 6 plus rail operations team Sales revenue: £55m Plus RCO: £6M plus Compliance Reviewing developments in machinery and production techniques that will sustain effective and lasting change. Drive the rail department towards a full standardized 5S system Identify and implement improvement opportunities. Develop, Implement and Maintain maintenance systems using historical performance data and recommended regimes Optimise production splits, process settings and product gradings to support the regions Sales growth strategy Support all sit six sigma projects within the department Manage team of rail operatives to embed and standardized process improvement initiatives, improving profitability and efficiency of the rail loading system Adopt industry best practice tools for understanding and ensuring the process, such as Aggflow Education/Qualification Mechanical, or Production Engineering experience Preferable trained in Lean 5s systems NVQ Level 4 in management of mineral extractive Health & Safety What’s on Offer: Salary: competitive salary Location: Whatley Frome Hours: 40 Employer of choice: Armed Forces Covenant (Silver) / Disability Confident Committed / 5% Club (Platinum) / Mates in Mind / Clear Assured (Foundation) / The Mineral Products and Qualification Council (MPQC) / STEM Ambassador Compensation Package: Bonus incentives / Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance Work Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical Family Friendly: Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption Social Values: paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ, Network of Woman, Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces) Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) / Mental Health First Aiders / Cycle to Work / Employee Benefits portal including Gym discount / Free eye tests / Discounted Private Medical cover