About Holcim

We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.

Since 1858, we’ve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.

Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.

Holcim UK Company Benefits

• Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognising the contribution you bring

• Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety

• We care about you and your family. That’s why we offer enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. We understand that your personal life and family well-being are just as important as your career, so we’re committed to supporting you every step of the way.

• Be part of something bigger with our "Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program," designed to support, inspire, and uplift women across the business.

• Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments.

• Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad

• Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which bring together employees with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace

• Staff discounts including special rates for garden landscaping products

The Opportunity

Join Holcim UK as Plant Manager at our Theale site, where you’ll take ownership of running a busy concrete production facility. This is an exciting opportunity to lead from the front in a role that combines technical expertise, operational leadership, and a strong focus on safety and quality. Theale is a key site within our Ready-Mix network, and you’ll play a vital role in ensuring smooth, efficient, and high-quality production every day.

If you’re motivated, hands-on, and ready to make a big impact, this role offers plenty of scope to develop, grow, and shape the future of operations at one of our key plants.

Key Responsibilities

• Plant Operation: Oversee batching operations, using automated systems to weigh, measure, and mix raw materials into high-quality concrete.

• Quality Assurance: Monitor production and carry out tests to ensure every mix meets the required customer and industry standards.

• Inventory Management: Track raw material stock levels and coordinate with suppliers to maintain a steady flow of production.

• Safety Leadership: Champion health, safety, and environmental compliance, ensuring all procedures are followed, from daily checks to LOTOTO protocols.

• Maintenance & Repairs: Manage routine and preventative maintenance while supporting with troubleshooting and minor mechanical repairs.

• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate daily production logs, batch reports, and delivery records.

• Mobile Plant Operation: Operate mobile equipment such as loaders and forklifts to manage material movements and stockpiles.

• General Site Duties: Lead by example in maintaining a clean, safe, and well-organised site.

Who You Are

• Experienced in concrete production, plant operations, or a similar heavy industry environment.

• A natural leader who can manage day-to-day operations while motivating and supporting the team.

• Strong focus on safety, compliance, and quality.

• Organised, detail-driven, and comfortable working with automated systems.

• Hands-on and flexible, with the ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues quickly.

• Skilled in mobile plant operation (training can be provided if required).

We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.