Plant Supervisor - Southend Concrete

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 key to our growth and development. We aim to foster 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.

Purpose of the role

To work closely with the other team members in producing concrete in a safe clean environment and to ensure best possible customer service is always achieved. To be responsible for first impression reaction regarding cleanliness of yard and plant and facilities.

Key Accountabilities

• To liaise with the Order Office, plant staff and Customers and ensure that production of concrete/mortar meets customer’s requirements and to give optimum output, quality, and standards in accordance with the Procedures Manual, Working instructions and Technical Instructions.
• To regularly inspect, carry out and ensure that plant routine maintenance is adhered to and that the cleanliness of the plant mechanism, plant area, buildings, equipment, and facilities are maintained and cleaned in accordance with standing instructions.
• To ensure that all waste disposals, water discharges and dust emissions are dealt with in accordance with the Environmental Procedures laid down.
• To ensure that sufficient materials are available to meet the demands of production.
• To inspect incoming materials and to carry out a visual stock check of all materials once a week.
• To ensure that all employees/contractors and visitors to the plant follow the relevant safety instructions laid down.
• By constant appraisal and review of work methods and plant utilisation, ensure the best use is made of plant, equipment, and materials available.
• To comply with all aspects of the Restrictive Trade Practices Act.
• To ensure that the business/operations are performed in accordance with Group and Regional Administrative instructions and procedures and in such a way to prevent any fraudulent activities taking place.
• To comply with the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 and to observe the requirements of Company Safety Policy and other relevant legislation.
• To update all areas of knowledge as required to carry out the job with maximum effectiveness and to attend training courses as and when required.
• To comply with all aspects of the Personnel Policies and Procedures of the Company.
• To perform any other relevant duties as requested by Management.
• To effectively operate the batching plant and FEL to the standards required by company policy and to improve & maintain site presentation to company guidelines.
• To maintain cleanliness throughout the site and facilities.
• To accurately batch concrete/mortar in accordance with the relevant procedures when trained to do so.
• To ensure that the plant is adequately always stocked with approved materials.
• To visually check stocks daily and verify monthly with plant supervisor.
• To carry out routine maintenance and inspection for defects and record actions accordingly.
• To report any defect, action or occurrence which may jeopardise the operation in any respect of health & safety, the environment, product quality and service.
• To be familiar with and ensure full compliance with the policies issued on health & safety, the environment, quality control and fraud prevention.

Education / Qualification

GCSE grade 4+ Equivalent to a C in Mathematics and English.

Why Join Us at Heidelberg Materials?

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

• Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance.
• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays).
• 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.

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Wholesale Building Materials