Job Description
Are you looking for a hands-on role in a well-established construction materials company? Join Heidelberg Materials UK as a Quarry Operative and be part of one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction products. As a Quarry Operative, you’ll support essential site operations while maintaining mobile and static equipment, ensuring smooth and efficient plant functioning. With over 280 sites and 3,500 employees, we are proud to foster a culture that values sustainability, safety, and individual growth. If you enjoy outdoor, practical work and want to contribute to a greener future, we’d love to hear from you.
Quarry Operative Responsibilities & Daily Tasks
As a Quarry Operative, your main responsibilities will include:
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Refueling, greasing, and cleaning mobile and static plant equipment
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Maintaining plant according to manufacturer and company guidelines
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Operating machinery as efficiently and safely as possible
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Completing daily inspection sheets for plant condition
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Reporting any plant issues to the General Foreman
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Submitting near-miss reports to site management
Skills and Attributes Needed for Quarry Operative Role
To thrive as a Quarry Operative, you should have:
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A proactive and safety-focused mindset
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Basic mechanical understanding or experience with plant machinery
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Ability to follow procedures and complete documentation accurately
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Good communication skills and a willingness to work as part of a team
Quarry Operative Role – What’s in It for You?
Heidelberg Materials UK offers Quarry Operatives an excellent package that includes:
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Competitive salary and bonus incentives
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27 days holiday + bank holidays
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Generous pension scheme & life assurance
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Flexible/agile working and sabbatical options
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Enhanced parental, maternity, paternity, and menopause support policies
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A paid volunteering day annually
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Access to supportive communities like LGBTQ+, STEM Women, Armed Forces
Why Choose Us as Your Next Step as a Quarry Operative
We’re proud to be an employer of choice, committed to diversity and inclusion. Whether you’re a seasoned Quarry Operative or seeking to grow in a sustainable career path, you’ll find purpose, safety, and support here at Heidelberg Materials UK. We’ve earned recognition from organisations like Disability Confident, the 5% Club, and Mates in Mind.