Heidelberg Materials

construction materials

QuarryOperative

Mold, 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: mobile plant operation, fixed plant processes, maintenance support, health & safety, environmental compliance, product quality. Operate mobile plant safely and efficiently. Run and monitor the fixed crushing plant”

Industry & Context.

construction materials
Problems you'll solve

problem-solving ability

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

NVQ in Large Mobile Plant (or willingness to work towards), good numeracy and basic written communication skills, awareness of health, safety, and environmental practices, valid UK driving licence

Nice to Have

experience operating heavy or large mobile plant

What You'll Do.

Operate mobile plant safely and efficiently

Run and monitor the fixed crushing plant

Assist with breakdowns and basic maintenance tasks

Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a safe working environment

Demonstrate a understanding of the raw material process

Contribute to maintaining high standards in health & safety

environmental compliance

How You'll Work.

Communication Scope

basic written 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. 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. ## **Quarry Operative** **Location:** Padeswood **Salary:** Competetive **About the Role** We are seeking a motivated and reliable **Quarry Operative** to join our team. This is a hands-on, multi-skilled role where you will be involved in a wide range of quarrying activities, contributing to the safe and efficient running of operations. This position is ideal for someone with experience in quarrying or heavy industry, or for an individual keen to develop their skills across mobile plant operation

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