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 recognize 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 center of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As a 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 digitalization.
The primary focus of this role is to operate, inspect, and maintain an asphalt plant to ensure the production of materials that meet quality standards. Responsibilities include planning production based on customer requirements, managing start-up and shut-down procedures, and optimizing throughput. The role also involves inspecting and monitoring the plant, performing maintenance and repairs within scope and competence, and maintaining detailed records.
Additional duties include refueling static and mobile machinery, operating mobile plant machinery such as Front-End Loaders (FEL) and dumpers, and ensuring the safe operation of all equipment. Maintenance tasks should follow manufacturer guidelines and company standards. Duties may be performed at other Heidelberg Materials sites within a reasonable travel distance, with allowances provided if applicable.
Key Accountabilities
1. Operate static and mobile plant safely and efficiently.
2. Maintain mobile plant, including refueling, greasing, and cleaning, according to manufacturer and company standards.
3. Complete daily inspection sheets for static and mobile plant conditions.
4. Report problems or defects to the site supervisor.
5. Complete near-miss reports as required.
6. Operate plant and machinery in an energy-efficient manner.
7. Maintain good timekeeping.
What’s On Offer
* Employer of choice: Armed Forces Covenant (Silver), Disability Confident (Committed), 5% Club (Platinum), Mates in Mind, Clear Assured (Foundation), MPQC, STEM Ambassador
* Compensation: Bonus incentives, generous pension schemes, life assurance
* Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays), agile and flexible working, holiday purchase, sabbatical
* Family Friendly Policies: Enhanced maternity, paternity, parental leave, neonatal, adoption, IVF, menopause policies
* Social Value: Paid volunteering day, support for communities including LGBTQ+, Women in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces
* Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders, Cycle to Work, employee benefits portal with gym discounts, free eye tests, discounted private medical cover
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