Asphalt plant operative
Asphalt plant operative
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Job Description
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.
Purpose of the role
The primary focus of this role is to effectively operate inspect and maintain an asphalt plant to ensure the production of materials that meet the companys quality standards. This includes planning the production for the following day based on customer requirements and the plants capabilities as well as managing startup and shut down procedures while optimizing throughput within the plants capacity.
Additionally the responsibilities involve thorough inspection and monitoring of the plant in accordance with the sites established regime. Maintenance and
repair tasks within the individuals scope and competence are vital and meticulous records must be maintained to meet management requirements. The role also encompasses refuelling of both static and mobile machines with
operation of mobile plant machinery such as FrontEnd Loaders (FEL) for loading and plant feed and dumpers for mineral movement as directed by site management. Ensuring the safe and proper operation of machines is of
utmost importance.
Furthermore the position includes conducting maintenance works on both static and mobile plant equipment as required by the manufacturers guidelines and Heidelberg Materials standards. Its important to note that these duties may also be carried out at other Heidelberg Materials sites in the area within a reasonable traveling distance. In such cases transportation or traveling allowances may be provided if the distance exceeds the standard journey.
Key accountabilities
To operate static and mobile plant in a safe and efficient manner
To maintain where required mobile plant in a good order physically with refuelling greasing cleaning in accordance with the manufacturers and Heidelberg Materials recommendations.
To complete daily inspection sheets of the conditions of static & mobile plant.
To report problems or defects of static & mobile plant to the site supervisor.
To complete near miss reports as required by Site Management.
To operate plant & machinery in an energy efficient manner.
Good timekeeping
Education/Qualification
Good general education required and large amount of health and safety regulations and Quarry Regulations are required to be understood and carried out.
Certification by EPIC to operate mobile plant.
NVQ level 2 in mobile plant operations required following EPIC completion.
Whats on Offer
Employer of choice: Armed Forces Covenant (Silver) / Disability Confident Committed / 5 Club (Platinum) / Mates in Mind / Clear Assured (Foundation) / The Mineral Products and Qualification Council (MPQC) / STEM Ambassador
Compensation Package: Bonus incentives / Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance
Work Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) / Agile working / Flexible working / Holiday purchase / Sabbatical
Family Friendly: Enhanced policies such as Maternity / Paternity / Parental Leave / Neonatal / Adoption/IVF/Menopause
Social Value: paid Volunteering Day every year / Communities (LGBTQ Network of Woman Woman in Science and Engineering (STEM) Armed Forces)
Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) / Mental Health First Aiders / Cycle to Work / Employee Benefits portal including Gym discount / Free eye tests / Discounted Private Medical cover
Employment Type
Full-Time
