Asphalt Plant Operator for Asphalt & Contracting / Asphalt / Operations
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Position Overview & Specifications
Hanson is committed to being a fair, respectful, and inclusive company, a place where you can be your best you.
Whatever hat you wear, we celebrate individuality and recognize how a diverse workforce of different characters, backgrounds and skills helps our business to be stronger and more successful for everyone.
We encourage a culture that values openness and transparency and recognizes individual achievement.
We are working to inspire more people to consider careers within the construction industry.
Hanson UK are committed to fulfilling our role in meeting the UK government's ambitions and our parent company, Heidelberg Cement Group, has signed the Business Ambition for 1.5ºC Commitment and joined the UN's Race to Zero campaign.
Our route to decarbonization has been ongoing for many years and we have made significant headway.
We have a roadmap in place, which includes several important areas that will help us achieve net zero.
Description of Team / Department
Criggion Asphalt Production team
Purpose of / Responsibilities of the role
Operating fixed and mobile plant, producing materials to our "right first time" standard, ensuring maintenance and housekeeping standards are maintained
Skills / Experience
Mobile Plant operation, Asphalt mixing, fitting/maintenance skills flexible approach to working
Excellent Remuneration and Benefits
Excellent remuneration packages
Various incentive bonus schemes
27 days holiday (excluding bank holidays)
Paid day off to Volunteer every year
Holiday Purchase Scheme
Family friendly policies such as enhanced Maternity/Paternity, and other policies including Parental leave, Neonatal care, Adoption
Access to our Employee Assistance Program or free and confidential advice/support 24/7
Trained mental health first aiders
Benefits supporting you and your family, such as Cycle to work, voluntary Life assurance, free eye tests
Leading pension scheme offering with generous contributions from Hanson
24/7 access to an online employee discount platform. Save money on everything from groceries, electronics, fashion, holidays, gym memberships, and much more
Access to discounted private medical benefits
Ongoing training and development and opportunities to help further your career
A comprehensive structured induction program
Experience within a well-respected global market leader
Additional Details
Location: Criggion
Full Time
Working Hours: 39.50 Hours
Contract Type: Permanent
Shift Description: shifts 05:00- 15:00 & 12:00 22:00Closing Date: 22/05/23 Hanson UK 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 click here to download a free compatible screen reader (free step by step tutorial can be found here). Please contact Recruitment@hanson.biz for additional information or to request accommodations.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Metal & Mineral Manufacturing
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Asphalt Plant Operator for Asphalt & Contracting / Asphalt / Operations roles across Hanson UK's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Metal & Mineral Manufacturing.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £24,235 - £37,500 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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