Heidelberg Materials North America
A leading supplier of construction materials, focusing on cement, concrete, aggregates, and innovative solutions.
Asphalt Plant Operative
Operate and maintain asphalt plant equipment safely on rotative shifts.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The operator will be accountable for the safe, compliant and reliable running of plant operations, performing inspections and maintaining both static and mobile equipment. Collaboration with on‑site colleagues and adherence to company policies will be essential to sustain smooth production. The role also includes supporting continuous improvement and reporting near‑misses and defects. • Perform SHE and quality inspections, completing checklists before, during and after operations and promptly reporting defects. • Operate, inspect and maintain static and mobile plant for load & haul, processing, and material handling. • Ensure safe, efficient operation of all plant equipment and maintain high standards of housekeeping across the site. • Follow all company policies, guidelines and compliance processes; submit near‑miss reports and manage visitor sign‑ins and contractor inductions. • Maintain accurate timekeeping, keep workstations clean and support continuous improvement of site performance.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸plant operation
- ▸equipment maintenance
- ▸safety inspection
- ▸near‑miss reporting
- ▸visitor management
- ▸continuous improvement
What You Bring
Applicants should have a solid general education and an ability to apply health, safety and quarry regulations. An NVQ/QCF certification in static and mobile plant operations is required or the candidate must be willing to work towards this qualification. • Hold good general education with the ability to understand and apply health, safety and quarry regulations. • Possess or be willing to obtain NVQ/QCF certification in static and mobile plant operations. • Recognised Employer of Choice with accreditations: Armed Forces Covenant (Gold), Disability Confident, 5% Club (Platinum), Mates in Mind, Clear Assured, STEM Ambassador, MPQC Member.
Requirements
- ▸general education
- ▸health safety
- ▸nvq/qcf
- ▸plant operations
- ▸quarry regulations
- ▸safety regulations
Benefits
The role is for an Asphalt Plant Operator on rotative shifts at the Maidstone site, supporting a fast‑paced production environment. The successful candidate will be safety‑focused and take pride in operating and maintaining plant equipment efficiently. The position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to contribute to the company’s digitalisation and sustainable building solutions. Heidelberg Materials offers a range of family‑friendly policies, inclusive employee communities and wellbeing programmes, reflecting its status as an Employer of Choice with multiple industry accreditations. Benefits include enhanced parental leave, support for IVF and neonatal care, mental health resources, retail discounts and continuous learning opportunities. The company fosters an inclusive culture and provides reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities. • Family‑friendly policies: enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care and menopause support. • Inclusive culture with employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, etc.) and a paid volunteering day. • Wellbeing resources: Employee Assistance Programme, mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits, retail discounts and continuous learning opportunities.
Work Environment
Onsite