Application Deadline:
4 January 2026
Department:
Operations and Maintenance
Location:
Clashmore Quarry, Glistinane, Youghal, Co Waterford
Description
About Us
Breedon is a leading construction and materials group in Ireland and Great Britain with a group turnover of c. £1.6 billion per annum. We operate 2 cement plants, over 100 quarries, 50 asphalt plants, 170 ready-mixed concrete plants, as well as a range of contract surfacing and other essential products to help our customers build the places where we all live, work, and play.
Our People are our passion, by working as
One Breedon
, with shared goals and a common purpose, we are making a material difference.
We are keeping it simple; we are making it happen, we are striving to improve, we are showing we care.
Overview
We are currently seeking a Concrete Plant Batching Operative to join our team at Clashmore Quarry.
As a Concrete Plant Batching Operative, you will be primarily responsible for the safe loading of lorries and stockpile.
More About What You Will Do…
* Operate concrete batching plant – producing all types of ready-mix concrete in a safe and efficient manner to specification.
* Follow all company Safety, Health and Environmental procedures and policy.
* Take orders and arrange the loads for the day
* Liaise between central shipping and mixer haulage regarding deliveries and load sequencing.
* Manage raw material stocks and ensure adequate stocks in place for work in hand, Cement, Sand, aggregates and admixtures.
* Ensure plant is properly cleaned out after every shift – ready for new shift
* Ensure all safety specific equipment is maintained and operational, particularly isolation and lockouts, captive keys and plant guarding.
* Ensure plant maintains all QSRMC standards – records and actions
* Carryout regular recorded plant maintenance and safety inspections – organise preventative maintenance and report any maintenance or safety issues to management.
* Maintain and regularly check calibrations – servicing and identifying potential issues
* Assist management in scheduling planned and routine maintenance/ servicing.
* Issued purchase order for issue or approval for good or services required for your plant – following company purchasing procedure.
* Take active role in plant audits – quality, safety and environmental with internal and external bodies.
* Assist in safe management of employees and subcontractors – inductions, issuing safe systems of work and risk assessment to relevant authorised contractors
* Follow all company policy and procedures and maintain accurate documentation relating to stock control and inspections.
* Uphold the values/Culture of business
* To undertake any other reasonable duties as necessitated by your function.
What We Need From You…
* Previous experience batching concrete in wet mix plant and or dry batch plant
* Proven experience in concrete type, specification and uses
* Knowledge, understanding and experience of managing plant, tools, equipment and machinery – maintenance procedures / inspection
* Experience of concrete mixer trucks
* Driving licence to enable the post holder to fulfil the duties of the role
* Experience of stock control and ordering
Some important information…
* 35 days per year annual leave (including bank holidays)
* A tailored, competitive salary
* Company pension scheme
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Holiday buy scheme
* Access to Online GP access
* 1 day per year to volunteer with a charity of your choice (fully paid) and fund-matching up to £200 for charitable events
* Make a Material Difference Awards
* Employee Assistance Programme providing a wide range of health and wellbeing support 24/7
* Enhanced parental leave policy
* Option to participate in our ShareSave scheme
* Access to our employee benefits platform, giving you discounts on a wide variety of high street shops and brands
* Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
* Broad learning opportunities, training, and career progression pathways
* If you're cycling, we've got you covered on the Bike to Work scheme
Breedon Group is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer.