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Concrete Plant Apprentice

Hanson Quarry Products Europe Limited · Bristol · posted 10 September 2026

Wage
£16,640 to £26,436.80 a year
Hours
40 hours a week
Duration
1 Year 1 Month
Level
Intermediate (Level 2)
Standard
Material processing plant operator (level 2)
Starts
1 November 2026
Closing date
8 October 2026
Positions
2

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Phase 1: Learning the Fundamentals of Site Operations

You'll develop a strong understanding of how a modern concrete plant operates, including:

  • Understanding site layout, storage areas, drainage systems, traffic management, and safe working practices
  • Operating a wheeled loading shovel to transport and load materials into the plant
  • Carrying out routine housekeeping duties to keep the site safe, clean, and organised
  • Assisting with plant maintenance and inspections
  • Supporting the safe and efficient running of the site in line with Health & Safety and environmental legislation

Phase 2: Developing Concrete Production Expertise

As your confidence grows, you'll learn how high-quality concrete is produced by:

  • Operating computerised batching systems
  • Producing concrete to industry quality standards and QSRMC requirements
  • Supporting compliance with ISO 9001 quality management standards
  • Assisting with plant servicing and preventative maintenance activities
  • Completing operational, environmental, and health and safety documentation

Your training

You will train:

Tarmac Way, off, Wood Ln, Nether Langwith, Mansfield NG20 9JF.

You will train via e-learning and attend training days withing the 13 months.

Where it leads

Plant Supervisor, Forman, Operative.

About Hanson Quarry Products Europe Limited

Hanson, trading as Heidelberg Materials, produces aggregates (crushed rock, sand and gravel), ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, cement and cement-related materials from over 300 UK production sites. We employ over 3,500 people in a wide range of roles and we are part of the Heidelberg Cement Group. Our aim is to be a leading sustainable business. We are committed to being fair, respectful and inclusive and are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in working safely and sustainably.

Things to consider

Driving Licence.

Skills they're looking for

Communication skillsIT skillsAttention to detailOrganisation skillsLogicalTeam working

Entry requirements

  • GCSE english (grade C or above) — essential
  • GCSE mathematics (grade C or above) — essential

Where you'll work

  • Royal Edward Dock, Bristol, BS11 9BT

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