General Operative

Heidelberg Materials Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials company is hiring a General Operative for its Whatley Quarry location in the United Kingdom. The role entails maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient site, operating mobile plant equipment, and supporting site maintenance. The company offers £13 per hour with excellent overtime opportunities, a supportive team environment, and career progression. Ideal candidates are safety-focused with strong communication skills, and training is available. This is a full-time permanent position with stable hours.

Benefits

Excellent overtime opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Inclusive culture with family-friendly policies

Qualifications

• Experience operating mobile plant equipment preferred.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Support site and maintenance teams to maintain cleanliness.
• Safely operate a range of mobile plant equipment.
• Identify potential issues to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Safety-focused

Good communication skills

Teamwork skills

Reliable

Tools

Mobile plant equipment

Job description

policyGeneral Operative page is loaded## General Operativelocations: Frometime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: February 26, 2026 (26 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR10012450Heidelberg 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 vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote 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.# **General Operative – Whatley Quarry****£13.00 per hour + excellent opportunities for overtime** **Hours: 07:00 – 16:00 | Full‑time | Permanent**Heidelberg Materials UK is recruiting a **General Operative** to join our team at Whatley Quarry. This hands‑on role is essential in helping us maintain a safe, clean and efficient site. If you’re reliable, proactive and enjoy working outdoors in a fast‑paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.## ## **About the Role**As a General Operative, you’ll support site and maintenance teams to ensure plant areas remain clean, free from material build‑up, and operating safely. Safely and correctly operate a range of mobile plant equipment .You’ll also assist in identifying potential issues, supporting good housekeeping, and operating mobile plant to keep the site running smoothly.## ## **Key Responsibilities*** Assist site and maintenance teams to minimise spillage and maintain excellent housekeeping standards.* Identify areas where materials may impact plant assets and act to prevent issues.* Safely and correctly operate a range of mobile plant equipment.* Ensure all work follows Heidelberg Materials’ procedures and safety standards.* Keep plant assets and site areas free from material build‑up.* Maintain plant in good physical condition, following manufacturer and company guidelines.* Complete near‑miss reports as required by Site Management.## **What We’re Looking For*** Safety‑focused and reliable individual.* Good awareness of housekeeping and site standards.* Ability to operate mobile plant (training available for the right candidate).* Strong work ethic and willingness to get stuck in.* Good communication and teamwork skills.## ## **What We Offer*** £13 per hour with **excellent overtime opportunities*** Stable, full‑time work with consistent daytime hours* Training and development opportunities* Supportive team environment at a key operational quarry* Career progression within a leading UK building materials companyAt 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* **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 opportunitiesAt Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business.At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK), we understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement.As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry.We believe in building a workplace that is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity.If you're interested in joining our team, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience or skill set doesn't perfectly align with the job description. Creating a candidate home page is optional, when asked, but you can use this to quickly see the progress of your application(s).You may still be the right fit for this or other roles within our company.Heidelberg Materials is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. Please let your recruiter know if you need an accommodation at any point during the interview process. For quick access to screen reading technology compatible with this site (free step by step tutorial ). Please contact [e-mail] for additional information or to request accommodations.We understand that women may face unique challenges in their careers, and we are committed to providing a supportive environment to help you thrive.Our family-friendly policies, such as enhanced maternity and parental leave, neonatal care, and adoption support, will provide you with the flexibility and support you need to balance your personal and professional commitments.We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritized.