Asphalt Plant Operative

policyAsphalt Plant Operative page is loaded## Asphalt Plant Operativelocations: Abingdontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: February 25, 2026 (26 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR10010061Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 3,500 people and operating around 280 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.**Asphalt Mobile Plant Operative****Salary £38,000 per year**, with the potential to earn **up to £50,000** through weekly bonus and overtime.**Location: Abingdon Sutton Courtenay****Hours: 39.5****Join Our Team as an Asphalt Plant Operator!** We’re looking for a dedicated safety focused individual to **operate, inspect, and maintain our asphalt plant**, ensuring the production of high-quality materials that meet company standards.this role, you will be responsible for operating, inspecting, and maintaining the asphalt plant to ensure consistent production of high‑quality materials that meet company standards. Perform weighbridge duties, including weighing vehicles in and out and loading asphalt accurately.* Primarily to operate, inspect and maintain an asphalt plant in order to produce materials which comply with the company quality specifications.* Weighbridge duties, to include, weighing vehicles in and out, loading of Asphalt, and have good communication with the order office of any production changes* To plan the next day’s production according to customer requirements and plant capabilities.* Start-up & shut-down routines and maximising throughput within the capacity of the plant.* Inspection & monitoring of plant in accordance with the site regime.* Maintenance and repair of the plant within their scope and competence & keep accurate records in accordance with management requirements.* Re-fuelling of machines – both static and mobile.* Operation of mobile plant – FEL for loading and plant feed & dumper for mineral movement – as required by site management.* To be able to operate machines in a safe and proper manner.* To undertake maintenance works to static and mobile plant as required by manufacturer and Heidelberg Materials* To undertake these duties at other Heidelberg sites in the area within reasonable travelling distance where transport or travelling allowance may be provided if the distance exceeds the normal journey.**Qualifications*** Good general education required, and large amount of health and safety regulations and Quarry Regulations are required to be understood and carried out.* Certification by EPIC to operate mobile plant, (training will be given)* NVQ level 2 in mobile plant operations required following EPIC completion. (training will be given)At Heidelberg Materials, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.**Rewards & Benefits**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* **Competitive Package:**Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance* **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 opportunitiesAt 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.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. 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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