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.
The Area Technical Manager (ATM) will successfully manage technical requirements across a defined geographical region. The ATM is responsible for maintaining an efficient and effective level of technical control within their area, ensuring material costs are maintained within company targets and supporting customer needs through the development and maintenance of Heidelberg Material's market leading material portfolio.
Achieve the highest possible standards in Health & Safety.
Support the region Technical Strategy Plan.
Achieve companytargetsquality assurance levels.
Maintain excellent technical knowledge of the industry, market, and competitor offerings.
Manage materialcosts,ensuring maximum efficiency.
Drive product and service quality excellence.
Drive product innovation and development.
AchieveHeidelberg MaterialsUK KPI expectations.
Work closely with all business lines supporting the implementation of national initiatives.
Using NDAC systems and reporting tools constantly monitor and maintain product and raw material performance.
Ensure all products maintain accordance with relevant European and British Standards, QSRMC regulations, IMS and theHeidelberg MaterialsQuality / Technical System Manuals.
React to issues in a manner that minimises risk and cost to the business.
Generate and submit required reporting to the business timetable.
Ensure cost effective product manufacture.
Investigate andassistin the resolution of customer quality complaints and non-conformities
Provide technical training for new department employees and customers as directed.
Proactively identify areas of quality improvement and communicate to area management.
Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is a leading supplier of lower carbon heavy building materials to the construction industry. We produce aggregates (crushed rock, sand and gravel), asphalt, cement, concrete and recycled materials. Our principal markets are the major conurbations in England and Wales and the central belt of Scotland. We employ around 3,500 people in jobs ranging from specialist and professional managers through to production operatives.
