- Flexibility to work at Gisborne, Deer Park, Laverton and Campbellfield sites
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Monday – Friday + Saturdays + OT
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Batch, dispatch and coordinate daily concrete deliveries
The Role:
Central Premix Concrete is looking for an experienced Plant Manager to take ownership of our Gisborne concrete plant. Flexibility to work at the Deer Park, Laverton and Campbellfield plants will be required. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Batcher, Plant Manager or Concrete Allocator who enjoys autonomy, variety and being at the centre of the operation. As the dedicated Plant Manager, you'll oversee the day-to-day running of the site, coordinating concrete production, scheduling deliveries, managing drivers and ensuring every load is delivered safely, efficiently and on time.
If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving problems and takes pride in delivering exceptional service, we'd love to hear from you.
What you'll be doing:
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Take ownership of the day-to-day operation of the Gisborne concrete plant
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Batch and dispatch concrete using our Command batching system
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Schedule and allocate drivers to customer deliveries
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Manage daily customer orders, enquiries and delivery changes via phone and email
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Monitor raw material stock levels and coordinate replenishment
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Operate the front-end loader and forklift as required (training provided if needed)
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Complete daily plant checks and oversee general housekeeping
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Conduct toolbox talks and support a strong safety culture
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Ensure compliance with environmental, Chain of Responsibility and fatigue management requirements
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Support operations at our Deer Park, Laverton and Campbellfield plants during quieter periods
Hours: Monday – Friday (rostered shifts are between the hours of 5am – 6pm, with flexibility needed for busy periods) and requirement to participate in Saturdays as required
About you:
We're looking for someone who can confidently work independently and make sound operational decisions. You'll ideally bring:
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Previous experience as a Concrete Batcher, Plant Manager, Allocator or similar role within the concrete or construction materials industry
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Strong batching and dispatch experience with the ability to confidently run a plant
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Excellent communication and customer service skills
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Good computer skills and confidence learning new systems
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The ability to coordinate drivers, prioritise changing workloads and solve problems under pressure
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A strong commitment to safety and operational excellence
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A current driver's licence
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Experience operating a front-end loader and forklift is advantageous but not essential
Benefits:
Join Adbri, an iconic Australian company - established in 1882, with 200+ plants, 8 brands and 5 joint ventures supplying essential construction materials nationwide!
Structured learning and development pathways with real career progression opportunities
Generous discounts including retail, fuel, car rental, Qantas Club and exclusive savings on Adbri products
Extra leave options such as purchased leave, parental leave and volunteer leave
Wellbeing support through our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Service awards and recognition celebrating your contribution and milestones
Our business:
Central Pre-Mix Concrete, is an integrated concrete and aggregate operation. We own six concrete plants, a hard rock aggregate quarry & modern batch plants are located at Deer Park, Campbellfield, Hallam, Port Melbourne, Pakenham and Gisborne. We also have a fleet of agitator trucks & an aggregate and cement cartage fleet. Central Pre-Mix Concrete is a fully owned entity of Adbri Limited; a construction materials and industrial minerals manufacturing company. Adbri's portfolio of respected brands employs over 1500 people nationally and provides the cement, lime, concrete, aggregates, masonry products and industrial minerals essential for the transition to a low carbon economy.
About Adbri:
Adbri is majority owned by CRH and is a market leader in the manufacture and supply of construction materials and industrial minerals which has been building a better Australia since 1882. Adbri's respected brands employ over 2800 people nationally producing cement, lime, concrete, aggregates, concrete products and industrial minerals.
About CRH:
CRH (NYSE: CRH) is the leading global provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing 80,000 people at 4,000 operating locations in 28 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in North America, Europe and Australia. As the essential partner for transportation and critical infrastructure projects, complex non-residential construction and outdoor living solutions, CRH’s unique offering of materials, products and value-added services helps to deliver a more resilient and sustainable built environment. The company is ranked among sector leaders by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating agencies. A Fortune Global 500 company, CRH’s shares are listed on the NYSE and LSE.
For more information visit: www.crh.com
Creating a safe and supportive diverse workforce
Adbri recognises that diversity in our workforce drives innovation, encourages creativity and better equips us to be Always Ready. We are committed to increasing diversity within our workforce and our industry.
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