Plant Supervisor – Ashbourne
Lead Operations. Drive Quality. Keep Production Moving.
What You’ll Be Doing
Operational Leadership
* Liaising with the Order Office, plant staff, and customers to ensure production meets customer requirements
* Managing the efficient operation of the batching plant and FEL
* Accurately batching concrete/mortar in line with company procedures
* Ensuring optimum plant output, quality, and service standards
* Monitoring plant utilisation and continuously improving working methods
Maintenance & Site Standards
* Carrying out routine plant inspections and maintenance checks
* Reporting and recording defects, issues, or potential hazards
* Maintaining high standards of cleanliness across the plant, buildings, and equipment
* Ensuring the site presentation meets company standards at all times
Stock & Materials Management
* Ensuring sufficient approved materials are always available for production
* Conducting regular stock inspections and weekly visual stock checks
* Verifying monthly stock levels with management
Health, Safety & Environment
* Ensuring all employees, contractors, and visitors follow site safety procedures
* Complying with Health & Safety at Work legislation and company policies
* Managing waste disposal, dust emissions, and water discharge in line with environmental procedures
* Promoting a strong safety-first culture across the site
Compliance & Quality
* Following company procedures relating to quality control, fraud prevention, and operational compliance
* Supporting continuous improvement and operational excellence
* Attending training and keeping knowledge up to date
What We’re Looking For
* Previous experience in a plant, production, quarry, concrete, or manufacturing environment
* Strong understanding of health & safety procedures
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* A hands‑on, proactive attitude
* The ability to work independently and lead by example
* Experience operating batching plants or mobile plant/FEL equipment (advantageous)
* Maintenance or mechanical awareness would be beneficial
Rewards & Benefits
* Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
* Work‑Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options
* 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
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.
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