- Junior
- Escritório em Abingdon
Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 3,500 people and operating around 280 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.
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.
Mobile Plant Operator (FEL) – Join a Team That Powers Progress
Salary: £40,000 - £47,000
Location: Abingdon
Hours: 39.5
Are you hands-on, safety-focused, and ready to take the wheel of a vital role in our operations? We’re looking for a Mobile Plant Operator to join our team at Heidelberg Materials – where your skills help keep the heart of our production beating.
What You’ll Be Doing:
- Plan & Prepare: You’ll help plan daily production based on customer needs and plant capabilities.
- Operate with Precision: Start-up, shut-down, and optimise plant performance to keep everything running smoothly.
- Inspect & Maintain: Carry out regular inspections and maintenance on both static and mobile plant equipment – keeping everything safe and efficient.
- Drive & Deliver: Operate mobile plant machinery including Front-End Loaders (FEL) and dumpers to move materials and feed the plant.
- Fuel the Flow: Refuel machines and ensure all operations are carried out safely and to the highest standards.
- Record & Report: Keep accurate records to support site management and compliance.
What You Bring:
- Experience operating mobile plant machinery (FEL/dumpers)
- A proactive approach to safety and maintenance
- Strong attention to detail and a team-first mindset
Why Join Us at Heidelberg Materials?
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
