District Operations Manager in Banbury

## District Operations ManagerApply: Banbury: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 12, 2026 (27 days left to apply): JR10019536Heidelberg 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.# **District Operations Manager**# **Smiths Concrete | Banbury** **Competitive Salary + Company Car + Bonus**## Are you an inspiring operational leader who thrives on building high-performing teams, improving performance and delivering outstanding results?Smiths Concrete is looking for a **District Operations Manager** to lead our ready-mix concrete operations across the region. This is a pivotal leadership role where you'll have the opportunity to influence business performance, develop talented teams and drive operational excellence across multiple sites. If you're passionate about safety, people, service and continuous improvement, this could be your next exciting career move. ## The OpportunityAs District Operations Manager, you'll take full responsibility for the safe, efficient and profitable operation of our concrete plants within the district. Leading a team of operational professionals, you'll ensure we consistently deliver exceptional service to our customers while maintaining the highest standards of health, safety, quality and environmental performance. Working closely with commercial teams and senior leaders, you'll play a key role in shaping operational strategy, driving continuous improvement and identifying opportunities to enhance productivity, service and profitability. ## What You'll Be Doing* Leading and developing a high-performing operations team across multiple sites* Creating a positive, open and accountable culture where people can thrive* Driving safety performance and ensuring the highest operational standards* Delivering strong service levels, product quality and customer satisfaction* Identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity and profitability* Managing operational budgets, forecasts and cost performance* Supporting business growth through effective planning and collaboration with commercial teams* Coaching, mentoring and developing colleagues to reach their full potential* Contributing to regional and area business plans and strategic objectives ## What We're Looking ForWe're looking for a strong operational leader who can inspire others and deliver results.You'll ideally bring:* Proven leadership experience within construction materials, concrete, aggregates, manufacturing or a similar operational environment* A strong track record of managing teams and improving performance* Excellent people leadership and communication skills* Commercial awareness and experience managing operational costs and budgets* A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement* A commitment to health, safety and operational excellence* The ability to build strong relationships across operations, commercial and support teams ## Why Join Smiths Concrete?This is more than an operations role. It's an opportunity to lead a significant part of the business, influence decision-making and make a lasting impact on our people, customers and performance.In return, you'll receive:* Competitive salary* Company car* Performance bonus* Excellent benefits package* Ongoing career development opportunities* The chance to join a respected and growing business with ambitious plans for the future **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* Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options, Season and travel ticket loans* 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 ## Ready to Take the Lead?If you're an experienced operations leader looking for a role where you can drive performance, develop people and play a key part in a successful business, we'd love to hear from you.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 usAt 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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