Assistant Asphalt Plant Manager
Avonmouth Asphalt Plant
Competitive Salary, Company Car + Benefits
Full Time - 40 hours per week
Want a rewarding career? We've got it covered.
If you want to work in a cutting-edge environment with a fast-moving company, John Wainwright & Co. Ltd has just the opportunity.
We're looking for an Assistant Asphalt Plant Manager to join our close-knit team at our Avonmouth Asphalt Facility.
Reporting to the Asphalt Plant Manager, you will play a key role in the production and delivery of high-quality asphalt, ensuring customer requirements and quality standards are consistently met.
You will also be responsible for ensuring full compliance with all legal obligations, internal standards, rules and procedures. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will be expected to build effective working relationships with colleagues, customers and other stakeholders.
You will bring a strong background in asphalt production, proven management experience and
membership of the Institute of Asphalt Technology. Passionate about the industry, you will be keen to develop others, motivate your team and help drive continuous improvement to ensure we continue to meet and exceed customer expectations.
As a minimum, you will hold an NVQ Level 4 in plant, production or health and safety. We are
committed to developing our people and this is an excellent opportunity for someone motivated to progress, build their skills, and invest in their own development. The company is committed to supporting the successful candidate's continued growth and long-term career progression.
The plant typically operates between 04:00am and 16:00pm, Monday to Friday. There may be occasions when you are required to work outside of these hours, including nights and weekends, to meet business demands.
Following successful completion of a six-month probationary period, we are proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including a generous pension contribution, holiday purchase scheme, gym memberships, cycle to work scheme, death in service cover, and more.
To apply for this role, please forward a CV and covering letter to the HR department
) by Friday 16th January 2026
Company Overview
Welcome to John Wainwright and Company Limited. We are one of the UK's largest independent quarrying companies founded in 1891. We are an end-to-end supplier of aggregates, asphalt and contracting services to National Highways, local authorities and the construction industry. We offer a personal service, underscored by professionalism and a commitment to doing the right thing