Heidelberg Materials

construction materials

AsphaltPlantOperative

Hexham, United Kingdom FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Asphalt Plant Operative at Heidelberg Materials. Skills: Operating and monitoring asphalt mixing equipment, Carrying out mixing processes, Conducting routine maintenance, Maintaining a clean, tidy and safe working environment. Operating and monitoring asphalt mixing equipment to meet production targets. Carrying out mixing processes in line with site procedures and quality standards”

What You'll Achieve.

meet production targets

Industry & Context.

construction materials
Eligibility Requirements

Night shifts and weekend work form part of the operational schedule, Flexibility is essential to meet production demands, undertake physical tasks

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

A work ethic and willingness to undertake physical tasks

Nice to Have

Experience in a plant, quarry, construction or industrial setting, Experience with a loading shovel or similar machinery

What You'll Do.

Operating and monitoring asphalt mixing equipment to meet production targets

Carrying out mixing processes in line with site procedures and quality standards

Operating a shovel/loader to move raw materials and finished products

Conducting routine maintenance to keep plant equipment in good working order

tidy and safe working environment

Assisting with plant inspections and reporting any issues or safety concerns

safety and environmental procedures

Supporting general operational tasks as required by the plant supervisor

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Ability to work both independently and within a team; Supporting general operational tasks as required by the plant supervisor

Full Job Description

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. 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. **Asphalt Plant Operative** **Location: Keepershield Asphalt Plant** Are you looking for a hands‑on, practical role where every shift makes a difference? We’re recruiting a dependable and hardworking **Asphalt Plant Operative** to join our team at the Keepershield Asphalt Plant. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with plant or construction experience or someone keen to learn a new trade within a supportive, well‑established team. **About the Role** As an Asphalt Plant Operative, you’ll p

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