Mechanical Supervisor

time left to apply End Date: August 14, 2025 (20 days left to apply)

job requisition id JR10008804

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.

Mechanical Supervisor – Engineering Excellence Starts Here We’re seeking a highly skilledMechanical Supervisorto lead our maintenance team, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable operations across all mechanical systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise mechanical personnel and contractors, ensuring compliance with safety and company procedures.
• Plan, assign, and oversee maintenance tasks in line with Heidelberg’s MIP standards.
• Interpret and produce technical documentation, drawings, and plans.
• Lead fault diagnosis and repairs across a wide range of systems and equipment.

Technical Expertise Required:

• Documentation & Drawings: Ability to read, interpret, and produce complex technical documents and system plans.
• Hydraulics & Pneumatics: Skilled in diagnosing and repairing fluid power systems.
• Welding & Fabrication: Proficient in MIG, TIG, arc welding, and metalworking processes.
• Fitting & Machining: Experienced in bench fitting, turning, milling, drilling, and grinding.
• Gear Systems: Knowledge of gear reducers and clutches, including disassembly and refurbishment.
• Large Machinery: Capable of aligning and maintaining large drives, kilns, mills, and fans.
• Lifting & Rigging: Competent in planning and executing complex lifting operations.
• Pumps & Compressors: Maintenance of various pumping and compressed air systems.
• Bulk Handling: Skilled in maintaining conveyors, silos, hoppers, and packaging systems.

Maintenance Leadership:

• Drive preventive and predictive maintenance using SAP-PM.
• Identify and implement reliability improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
• Support RCFA, FMEA, and technical evaluations.
• Provide training and ensure technical documentation is up to date.
• Contribute to budget planning and investment proposals.

Education/Qualification

• City & Guilds or NVQ Level 3 Equivalent in mechanical field
• ONC – Minimum
• HNC – Advantage
• LOLER – Appointed Person

Join us and play a key role in maintaining and improving the performance of critical assets.

What’s on Offer:

Salary Competitive

Location Ketton

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/IVF/Menopause

• Social Value : paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ+, Network of Woman, Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM), Armed Forces)

At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business.

About us

At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK), we understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement.

As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry.

We believe in building a workplace that is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity.

If you\’re interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience or skill set doesn\’t perfectly align with the job description. Creating a candidate home page is optional, when asked, but you can use this to quickly see the progress of your application(s).

You may still be the right fit for this or other roles within our company.

Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here ) . Please contact Recruitment@uk.heidelbergmaterials.com for additional information or to request accommodations.

We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive.

Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments.

We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritized.

#J-18808-Ljbffr