Heidelberg Materials

construction materials

QuarryOperative

Barnstaple, United Kingdom FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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

The Brief

“Quarry Operative at Heidelberg Materials. Skills: operate mobile and static plant equipment safely, maintaining site standards, supporting production, ensuring that all equipment runs efficiently. Operate mobile and static plant safely and professionally in line with site management instructions and certifications. Carry out daily maintenance tasks including refuelling, greasing, and cleaning plant equipment”

What You'll Achieve.

safe, efficient and reliable operations on site; maintaining high standards of safety and performance; ensuring that all equipment runs efficiently

Industry & Context.

construction materials

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

GCSE Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English, A good general level of education to understand and apply Health & Safety and Quarry Regulations, EPIC certification for mobile plant operation

Nice to Have

NVQ Level 2 in Mobile Plant Operations (or willingness to complete this following EPIC certification)

What You'll Do.

Operate mobile and static plant safely and professionally in line with site management instructions and certifications

Carry out daily maintenance tasks including refuelling

and cleaning plant equipment

Ensure all machinery is operated as efficiently and economically as possible

Complete daily inspection sheets for all mobile plant

Report any plant defects

safety concerns or operational issues promptly to the General Foreman

Complete near‑miss reports and contribute to a safety culture

Undertake general maintenance and additional duties on the main processing plant as required

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

contribute to a safety culture

Communication Scope

communication skills

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. **Quarry Operative** **Location:** Barnstaple **Salary** : Competitive **Join a team that powers progress.** Heidelberg Materials is a global leader in sustainable building materials, and we are looking for a committed **Quarry Operative** to support safe, efficient and reliable operations on site. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a practical, hands‑on environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards of safety and performance. **About the Role** As a Quarry Operative, you will operate a range of mobile and static plant equipment safely, responsibly and in line with your certifications. You will also play a vital part in maintaining site standards, supporting production, and ensuring that all equipment runs efficiently. **Key Responsibilities** * Operate mobile and static plant safely and professionally in line with site management instructions and certifications. * Carry out daily maintenance tasks including refuelling, greasing, and cleaning plant equipment. * Ensure all machinery is operated as efficiently and economically as possible. * Complete daily inspection sheets for all mobile plant. * Report any plant defects, safety concerns or operational issues promptly to the General Foreman. * Complete near‑m

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