Asphalt Operations Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 16, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 14, 2026.
About The Role
At Brett, we're proud of our heritage, our people, and our commitment to delivering high-quality construction materials across the South East. As our asphalt business continues to grow, we're looking for an experienced and ambitious Asphalt Operations Manager to lead our manufacturing operations in Kent.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the future development of our asphalt business, leading high-performing teams and ensuring our customers continue to receive the outstanding service they expect from Brett.
About Your Role
- Lead the operations of the Brett asphalt business located at Ridham and Whitstable
- Ensure the safe, efficient and compliant operation of two asphalt batch plants
- Develop and inspire a team comprising two Production Managers and multi-skilled operatives
- Work closely with commercial and transport colleagues to ensure customer expectations are consistently met
- Implement industry-leading inspection, maintenance and operational systems to maximise plant reliability and efficiency
- Play a leading role in shaping the future growth and development of the asphalt business
We're Looking For
- A strong leader with experience of creating and developing a positive team culture
- Experienced in asphalt manufacturing, with responsibility for operational performance and P&L delivery
- Driven by continuous improvement and able to demonstrate a track record of achieving results
- A confident communicator who can build effective relationships across a range of functions
- Ambitious, adaptable and ready to embrace challenges while growing with the business
We'll Offer You
- A competitive salary
- Company car/car allowance
- Generous pension
- 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
- Life assurance
- Career and professional development
- Free onsite parking
- Employee assistance programme
- Enhanced parental leave
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discounts
- Plus more!
About Us
Brett is the UK’s largest independently owned building materials Group with over 60 sites across the South, South East, East and Midlands and employing over 750 people.
As a part of the Brett Group, Brett Aggregates supplies sand and gravel, crushed rock and coated products from both land-based and marine sources. With extensive reserves throughout the South and South East, our capability is reinforced by strategic wharves and rail hubs, ensuring consistent supply to major contracts as well as local customers alike.
With a reputation for excellence, we offer superb development opportunities to people keen to be a part of our continued growth. As an independent business we can offer real job satisfaction in an environment which encourages you to contribute, supports you in getting the job done and enables you to become part of a team that delivers building materials for big ideas.
Why Join Brett
- Our people are individuals, we value your input and support you in your professional development.
- We see our people as our greatest strength.
- We work hard to create inclusive environments.
- Grow your skills with ongoing opportunities - our business thrives when our people are at their best, we encourage and support ongoing learning and development.
Brett Group operates an Equal Opportunities Policy and monitoring. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion among our workforce, and eliminating unlawful discrimination in recruitment and employment. We take a zero-tolerance approach to any form of discrimination and are committed to acting professionally and fairly in all our relationships and business dealings. This is not only a legal requirement but is vital for our brand, reputation and the long-term success of our business.
Brett Group operates a preferred supplier list and does not accept agency CVs, unless specifically engaged to work on the role in writing by the People Team. Please do not forward CVs to our recruiters, employees or any other location with the Brett Group. Brett Group will not be responsible for any fees relating to unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles. Furthermore, Brett Group will only accept CVs submitted through our applicant tracking system, any and all CVs sent via email will be immediately deleted and shall not be subject to any agency terms or associated fees.
Should you wish to work with us now or in the future please email the recruitment team at [email protected]