Plant Supervisor - Chelmsford Concrete

Plant Supervisor - Chelmsford Concrete

Salary: £31,000 - £35,000 per annum. No experience necessary - full training will be given.

Job Overview

As Plant Supervisor, you will work closely with the wider team to oversee the day to day operation of the concrete plant, ensuring production targets, health & safety standards, environmental compliance, and customer expectations are consistently achieved.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the safe and efficient production of concrete and mortar.
• Liaise with the Order Office, plant staff, and customers to meet production and delivery requirements.
• Operate the batching plant and Front End Loader (FEL) to company standards.
• Ensure excellent housekeeping and site presentation at all times.
• Conduct routine inspections, maintenance checks, and record defects accordingly.
• Monitor plant performance to maximise output, efficiency, and quality.
• Ensure sufficient raw materials are always available to meet production demands.
• Carry out daily visual stock checks and monthly stock verification.
• Inspect incoming materials to confirm quality and compliance.
• Ensure waste disposal, dust emissions, and water discharges comply with environmental procedures.
• Promote and enforce health & safety procedures across site.
• Ensure employees, contractors, and visitors adhere to all site safety regulations.
• Report any issues that may impact health & safety, product quality, operational efficiency, or environmental compliance.
• Maintain accurate operational records and documentation.
• Support continuous improvement through regular review of plant utilisation and working practices.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, quality standards, and fraud prevention measures.

What we're looking for

• Previous experience within a concrete, quarry, asphalt, or heavy industrial environment.
• Experience operating batching plants and mobile plant equipment such as FELs.
• Strong understanding of health & safety and environmental compliance.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Proactive and hands on approach to problem solving.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high standards.

What we offer

• Competitive salary (£31,000 - £35,000 per annum).
• Training and development opportunities.
• Stable, long term career prospects.
• Supportive and professional working environment.
• Opportunity to work within a respected and established business.
• Employee assistance programmes, mental health support, and discounted medical benefits.
• Family friendly policies, including enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care and adoption support.

Heidelberg Materials UK is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply and provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.