Heidelberg Materials UK

Plant Supervisor

Poole Full time
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.

Plant Supervisor

Salary: £28,000 – £31,000
Location: Poole
Hours: Full time

Are you someone who takes pride in running a clean, safe, and efficient site? Do you enjoy working in a hands-on environment where quality, safety, and teamwork truly matter?
If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re looking for a Plant Supervisor to play a key role in producing high-quality concrete and mortar while ensuring excellent customer service and maintaining a well‑presented, compliant site.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this varied and rewarding role, you will:

  • Work closely with plant staff, drivers, and the order office to ensure production meets customer requirements

  • Maintain plant efficiency, quality, and output in line with company procedures

  • Oversee routine maintenance and ensure all plant equipment, buildings, and working areas remain clean and presentable

  • Monitor stock levels, inspect incoming materials, and complete weekly visual stock checks

  • Ensure strict compliance with environmental standards for waste, dust, and water discharge

  • Promote and enforce Health & Safety across the plant for employees, contractors, and visitors

  • Identify improvements in plant use, processes, and work methods

  • Operate the batching plant and FEL once fully trained

  • Report defects or concerns that may impact safety, quality, or service

  • Support fraud prevention, adherence to administrative procedures, and compliance with company policies

  • Carry out any other duties as reasonably requested by management

What We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from you if you:

  • Have great attention to detail and take pride in keeping a clean, safe environment

  • Are proactive, organised, and able to work both independently and as part of a team

  • Can communicate clearly with colleagues, managers, and customers

  • Are willing to learn and attend training when required

  • Are comfortable taking responsibility and making decisions

  • Hold GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above) in Maths and English

  • Experience in concrete production, plant operation, or construction environments is beneficial but not essential

Whats on offer

  • Competitive salary (£28,000 – £31,000)

  • Supportive team environment

  • Opportunity to learn new skills and grow

  • A role where your standards, ideas, and initiative truly make a difference

Interested? Apply Today!

If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to receive your CV.

Why join us ?

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

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

  • 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 

Join us and help keep our plant safe, clean, efficient, and delivering excellent service every day.