Job Description

About Holcim

We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet.


Since 1858, we've helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike.


Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference.

Holcim UK Company Benefits

Competitive Salary, Company Car, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits -

all recognising the contribution you bring

Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge

focus on Health & Safety

We care about you and your family. That's why we offer

enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave

. We understand that your personal life and family well-being are just as important as your career, so we're committed to supporting you every step of the way. Be part of something bigger with our "Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program," designed to

support, inspire, and uplift women across the business

. Private Medical Insurance for you &

Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household

, offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments. Opportunities for

career progression both at home and abroad

Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which

bring together employees

with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace

Staff discounts

including special rates for garden landscaping products

The Opportunity

We're looking for an Area Operations Manager (internally known as Area Manager) to lead and develop the OCL Southern Depot operations across Avonmouth (Bristol), Medway (Kent), and Micheldever (Hampshire). This is a senior, hands-on role where you'll oversee multiple depots, managing operational performance, commercial opportunities, and team development across the region.


You'll split your time between sites, building strong relationships with colleagues and customers, driving cost-effective operations, and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. This is a unique opportunity for someone with experience in recycling, crushing and screening, or related industries to lead a high-performing team while shaping the future of sustainable materials.

What You'll Be Doing

Leading operations across three depots, overseeing depot managers, operations staff, and technical teams. Acting as the senior point of contact for customers, identifying opportunities for new work, cost savings, and service improvements. Driving operational performance, efficiency, and compliance with the Integrated Management System (IMS). Implementing change initiatives and fostering a positive, safety-focused culture across the area. Monitoring revenue, EBIT, and operational KPIs to ensure commercial and operational objectives are met. Managing staff development, recruitment, and performance, ensuring a motivated and competent workforce. Supporting licensing, compliance, and permitting processes, including NEBOSH, WAMITAB, CPCS, and CSCS requirements. Visiting depots regularly, providing on-site leadership, guidance, and support.

Who You Are

Experienced in recycling, waste, or demolition waste operations, ideally with exposure to crushing and screening. Commercially minded, with the ability to identify and act on revenue opportunities, cost efficiencies, and operational improvements. A strong leader, capable of managing multi-site teams and driving change across operations. Knowledgeable in health, safety, environmental, and compliance requirements, with relevant qualifications (NEBOSH, WAMITAB, CPCS) desirable. Confident building relationships with customers, colleagues, and senior stakeholders. Flexible and organised, able to split your time effectively between multiple sites while maintaining operational oversight.


We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.