Maintenance supervisor

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 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.

Are you an experienced maintenance professional ready to take ownership of plant performance and help drive continuous improvement? We’re looking for a Maintenance Supervisor to join Heidelberg Materials at Chipping Sodbury. This is a hands-on leadership role where you’ll take responsibility for mechanical and electrical maintenance activity, working closely with production teams to improve reliability, efficiency and overall equipment effectiveness.

The Maintenance Supervisor will have full accountability, control & responsibility for all mechanical/electrical maintenance issues on their shifts, whilst inputting programmed activities to the upcoming shifts being worked. This includes contractor selection and management to deliver the maintenance required.  

You’ll play a key role in keeping the site operating safely and effectively, including:

• →Managing day-to-day maintenance activity across the site
• →Taking responsibility for mechanical and electrical maintenance issues
• →Driving improvements in OEE, equipment reliability and maintenance KPIs
• →Planning and coordinating programmed maintenance activities
• →Selecting, organising and supervising engineering and maintenance contractors
• →Improving Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) and reducing Mean Time to Repair
• →Ensuring maintenance schedules and work orders are completed effectively
• →Using Lean, 5S and Six Sigma tools to support continuous improvement
• →Maintaining high standards of health, safety, environmental and regulatory compliance
• →Working closely with Production Supervisors, operational management, technical teams, contractors and suppliers

We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical maintenance knowledge with confident, practical leadership.

You’ll ideally bring:

• Strong mechanical engineering knowledge and experience
• A time-served apprenticeship, NVQ in Maintenance Engineering or at least five years' experience in a maintenance engineering-based role
• Green Belt Six Sigma
• IOSH Managing Safely
• Good IT skills, including a basic understanding of Microsoft Office
• A practical, hands-on and results-focused approach
• Strong communication and team-working skills
• The energy and motivation to challenge existing ways of working and drive improvement

An HNC/HND in Maintenance Engineering, electrical engineering knowledge and an NVQ Level 4 in SHE Quarry Operations would be advantageous.

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