Plant Supervisor

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 recognise 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 centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the 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 digitalisation.

• Be part of a nationally significant infrastructure project that will support thousands of jobs and deliver low‑carbon energy for millions of homes.
• Long‑term stability, with work spanning many years as the project progresses through major construction phases.
• A career‑defining opportunity to gain experience in a highly regulated, high‑profile environment.
• Exceptional learning and development, including full training in batching operations, nuclear site compliance and advanced safety systems.
• A collaborative project environment, working with major contractors, specialist teams and technical experts.

• Accurately batch concrete to approved systems, processes and technical standards.

• Maintain constant communication with the Production Manager to ensure adequate stock levels and material availability.

• Conduct visual inspections of raw materials, reconcile stock weekly, and submit daily/weekly/month-end stock reports.

• Handle customer enquiries professionally and courteously, maintaining a high company image.

• Support production planning and scheduling to meet customer needs.

• Liaise with contractors, office teams and other partners to ensure high-quality output and service delivery.

• Operate the batching plant effectively

• Conduct and oversee routine plant maintenance, ensuring equipment, buildings and surrounding areas are clean and compliant.

• Report defects or issues that may affect health & safety, environmental compliance, product quality or service.

• Maintain strong working relationships with third parties and contractors.

• Protect site security at all times.

• Seek guidance from the Production Manager or Project Lead for matters outside the role’s authority.

• Carry out additional duties as required.