Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 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. Purpose of the role To achieve agreed safety, environmental, cost, quality and service objectives through the successful and effective management of the Unit. Constantly seek to improve the efficiencies and existing performance levels. The definition of the Unit and sites included within it may be subject to change as business requirements dictate. Key accountability The main activity of the role involves leading, directing and managing the operational team to achieve its performance objectives. The performance emphasis for this unit includes; Health and Safety : Operating to the highest level of health and safety objectives in line with Hanson’s Health and Safety Plan. Action a plan of continuous improvement in this area. Environmental : Operating to the highest level of environmental objectives in line with Hanson’s Environmental Management Plan. Action a plan of continuous improvement in this area. Compliance : Ensure all statutory legislation and company regulations are adhered to with respect to all operational activities. Operations : Achieve optimum production levels in line with commercial activity at the lowest operation cost. Continually advance operational improvements to improve efficiency with the production functions. Distribution : Working with the logistics function to ensure operational procedures are such that highest customer service levels can be achieved at the most efficient operational cost. Quality : Working with the technical function to ensure operational procedures are such that the highest quality levels are achieved at the most efficient operational cost. Business Analysis : Working with the Operations Manager to ensure all operational management information is accurate, relevant and is used effectively to assist in the management of the business and the progression of all profit enhancing opportunities. In order for the day to day activities outlined above to operate effectively, the roles also involves a number of wider aspects, including; Resource Planning : Ensure that your site management teams are adequately resourced and that personnel are trained and developed. Assets should be in place and maintained to ensure the business plan can be delivered. Ensure personnel are effectively developed and become highly competent, and to identify and progress any employees with the potential to further their career through the business and a successional line is in place to facilitate this activity. Directing : Provide leadership to the site teams, ensuring that operational goals and expectations are understood and personnel are proactively developed. Controlling : Ensure operational control mechanisms are effectively implemented covering all relevant aspects (including Health & Safety, environmental controls, capex management control, revenue spend controls). Key measures for the role are Site profit performance 5S Audits and Site Action Plan Operating KPI’s Capex project performance and post appraisals Statutory and company compliance levels Customer satisfaction levels Job requirements Minimum 5 years relevant operational experience Management/Leadership Skills Self-starter, energetic Hands-on approach Open-minded to new ideas Practical Results focused Motivational leader Team-orientated Excellent communicator Strong people management skills Decisiveness and adaptability Be straight forward and goal orientated Demonstrate drive and initiative Demonstrate openness to change, flexibility and adaptability Learn and develop continuously Communication and cooperation Provide information and ensure open communication Demonstrate and apply persuasion and negotiation skills Establish trust and relationships Promote cooperation and partnership Demonstrate intercultural awareness and competence Entrepreneurial management Drive integrated management Consider external influencing factors Consider long-term risks and opportunities Drive innovation Manage change Sustainable management Ensure occupational health and safety Ensure 5S is used as the focus to improving site standards Drive environmental protection Avoid conflicts of interest Comply with laws and regulations Take social responsibility Education/Qualification Higher level either vocational or educational NVQ/QCF Level 5/7 in SHE quarry operations What’s on Offer Salary £55,000 - £60,000 Location Pontypridd Work Life Balance: 27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays) Generous Pension Schemes / Life Assurance Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP Employee Benefits portal including Gym discount • 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