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Production Supervisor
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Location

Barnstaple

Type

full-time

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About this role

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.

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.

Production Supervisor – Aggregates

Brayford Quarry
Competitive salary + company van

We are looking for a Production Supervisor to join our Aggregates team at Brayford Quarry. This is a key operational role, working closely with the Site Manager to ensure the safe, efficient and compliant day‑to‑day running of the quarry.

You’ll play a pivotal part in leading site operations, setting high standards for health & safety, quality, production performance and customer service, while supporting the wider team to deliver a reliable, high‑quality aggregates operation.

The Role

As Production Supervisor, you will take responsibility for supervising quarry production activities and supporting the Site Manager in achieving operational, safety and commercial objectives. This is a hands‑on supervisory position with real accountability and influence on site performance.

Key Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Environmental Leadership

  • Ensure all operations under your control comply with statutory legislation, the Company Safety Policy and the Heidelberg Materials Safety, Health & Environment Management System
  • Assist the Site Manager in embedding and maintaining safe systems of work and site procedures
  • Lead by example, promoting a strong safety culture and ensuring appropriate use of PPE and safety equipment
  • Hold the appointment under Section 8 (1)(d) of the Quarries Regulations 1999
  • Complete daily inspections and audits, taking action where required
  • Support the control and monitoring of contractors on site, including plant inspections and adherence to approved RAMS
  • Ensure weekly geotechnical inspections are carried out and recorded

Operational & General Management

  • Assist with the purchase of spares, materials and services, ensuring cost‑effective operation
  • Support the Site Manager with period‑end profit estimations, including:
    • Stock returns
    • Production and breakdown analysis
    • Expenditure and performance summaries
  • Maintain accurate maintenance and servicing records and ensure repairs are completed to plan
  • Foster strong communication and working relationships across the site team
  • Identify training needs and ensure new starters receive robust induction and role‑specific training
  • Support fraud prevention measures
  • Maintain positive relationships with neighbours and escalate any complaints appropriately
  • Ensure all land, roads, buildings and site areas are kept in good order, with high standards of housekeeping

What We’re Looking For

Essential

  • Current First Aid Certificate
  • IQ DAPS qualification
  • Strong supervisory experience within a quarry or aggregates environment
  • A proactive, safety‑first mindset with the confidence to lead on site

Desirable

  • NVQ Level 4 in Health, Safety and Environmental Management in Quarries

Why Join us?

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, Season and travel ticket loans
  • 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

Other facts

Tech stack
Health And Safety Leadership,Supervisory Experience,Safety Culture,Operational Management,Communication Skills,Training And Development

About Heidelberg Materials

For more than a century, we’ve been supplying cement, aggregates, ready mixed concrete, asphalt and other building materials to markets throughout North America. Today, Heidelberg Materials North America, our reach and capabilities are more extensive than ever, and our brightest days are still ahead.

Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
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Industry: Wholesale Building Materials
Founding Year: 1897

What you'll do

  • As a Production Supervisor, you will supervise quarry production activities and support the Site Manager in achieving operational, safety, and commercial objectives. You will lead site operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while maintaining high production performance and customer service.

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What does a Production Supervisor do at Heidelberg Materials?

As a Production Supervisor at Heidelberg Materials, you will: as a Production Supervisor, you will supervise quarry production activities and support the Site Manager in achieving operational, safety, and commercial objectives. You will lead site operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards while maintaining high production performance and customer service..

Why join Heidelberg Materials as a Production Supervisor?

Heidelberg Materials is a leading Wholesale Building Materials company.

Is the Production Supervisor position at Heidelberg Materials remote?

The Production Supervisor position at Heidelberg Materials is based in Barnstaple, England, United Kingdom. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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