Heidelberg Materials North America
A leading supplier of construction materials, focusing on cement, concrete, aggregates, and innovative solutions.
Quarry Operative
Operate mobile and static plant machinery safely in quarry operations.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Quarry Operative – Mobile Plant will join the quarry operations team to operate both mobile and static plant equipment safely and efficiently. Working closely with site management, the operative will also carry out routine maintenance, support the main processing plant, and contribute to site productivity. • Operate mobile and static plant equipment as certified and directed by Site Management • Perform general maintenance tasks including refueling, greasing, and cleaning • Ensure equipment operates economically and follows manufacturer and company guidelines • Complete daily inspection sheets and report defects or issues to the General Foreman • Submit near‑miss reports and promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement • Adopt a proactive and responsible approach to site operations
Key Responsibilities
- ▸plant operation
- ▸equipment maintenance
- ▸efficient operation
- ▸inspection reporting
- ▸safety reporting
- ▸site productivity
What You Bring
Successful candidates must hold valid certifications for mobile and static plant machinery, possess a strong health‑and‑safety mindset, and be able to work both independently and collaboratively. Good communication, reporting skills and a proactive, responsible attitude toward site operations are essential. • Hold valid certifications for operating mobile and static plant machinery • Demonstrate strong awareness of health and safety practices • Work independently and collaboratively as part of a team • Communicate effectively and produce clear reports
Requirements
- ▸plant certifications
- ▸health & safety
- ▸independent
- ▸teamwork
- ▸communication
- ▸reporting
Benefits
Employees enjoy a competitive salary, a range of benefits, and a supportive team environment that promotes training, career development, and well‑being. The role is based in Brayford and offers flexible working arrangements and generous holiday provisions. • Compensation Package includes bonus incentives, generous pension schemes, and life assurance • Work‑life balance offers 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase and sabbatical options • Family‑friendly policies provide enhanced maternity, paternity, parental, neonatal, adoption, IVF, and menopause support • Social value initiatives include a paid volunteering day and community networks such as LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, and Armed Forces • Employer of choice recognitions: Armed Forces Covenant (Silver), Disability Confident, 5% Club (Platinum), Mates in Mind, Clear Assured (Foundation), MPQC, STEM Ambassador
Work Environment
Onsite