Assistant Miller

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UKs largest suppliers of construction materials employing over 4000 people and operating around 300 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.
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.

• As Assistant Miller you will provide operational assistance for the smooth and efficient operation of the REGEN plant you will take plant samples performing maintenance tasks ensure that the plant and millhouse cleanliness is kept to the highest possible standards you will be required to deputise for the Miller and perform other tasks as detailed below.

Key accountabilities

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY AND FUNCTIONS:

• All operations on site whilst on Duty
• Health and Safety of self and others
• Reporting of all Accidents Near Hits and Incidents.
• To ensure that all inprocess testing is carried out at the frequency required.
• To physically inspect the whole process routes continually during the shift to identify potential problems and workloads.
• The clearance of unacceptable spillages of any material identify and immediately effect preventative remedial work.
• Assist with producing risk assessments method statements and COSHH assessments.
• To ensure that the control room and the plant cleanliness is maintained at all times.

• Deputise for the Miller on shift
• Operate the production processes ensuring that the Hanson Sustainability policy is adhered to.
• Assist with the coordination of planned shutdowns ensuring that all maintenance activities are carried out.
• Carry out maintenance in accordance with the schedules.
• To accurately record all information that is of relevance for production maintenance quality and environmental purposes. And to ensure that this information is communicated to the oncoming shift so that it is fully understood before you leave site.

• To ensure that isolations and isolation procedures are accurately carried out.
• Effective control and communications of personnel sub contractors and suppliers.
• Supervision of sub contract labour as required.
• Working for other Hanson sites as required.
• Any other duties which this position demands

AUTHORITY:

• Shutting down the process when there is a risk to people the environment and the plant
• Altering plant parameters to ensure that quality standards and plant performance are met or to protect the equipment.
• Shift personnel organisation and planning

COMMUNICATION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Internal communication with all works personnel
• External communication with customers suppliers and emergency services.
• Miller
• Works Engineering dept for all maintenance requirements
• Oncoming personnel for effective shift changeover
• All staff under their control

PARTICIPATION IN REGULAR MEETINGS COMMITTEES ETC:

• Internal departmental meetings
• H&S meetings
• Internal and external training courses

Education/Qualification

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS DEMAND:

• Certified mobile plant driving licences (Loading Shovel Forklift Bobcat other site specific plant)
• Operational Knowledge of the REGEN plant processes and Utilities
• Basic Mechanical maintenance skills and abilities
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety Environmental and Quality requirements
• Electrical and Mechanical Isolation procedures
• Finished product testing and interpretation of results
• Supervisory and decision making skills
• Ability to operate without supervision
• Qualified first aider (site dependant)

Whats on Offer:

Location Purfleet

Hours 42

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)