Lands & Planning Manager Location: Wetherby Hybrid working Company Car UK management bonus scheme

Are you an experienced lands and planning professional with a passion for land and mineral resource management? Join our multi-disciplinary Land & Mineral Resources (LMR) team and play a pivotal role in managing and developing our property and mineral assets across the UK.

As Lands & Planning Manager, you'll provide expert support across all UK business divisions, ensuring our land, mineral, and property interests are managed efficiently and cost-effectively. You'll lead on planning and permitting matters, helping secure the resources and permissions needed to operate our business sustainably and successfully.

At Heidelberg Materials, we don't just offer jobs-we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we're committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.

• Manage Heidelberg Materials UK's property and mineral assets within a designated region
• Provide professional advice on land, mineral, and planning/permitting issues
• Support the procurement of land and mineral reserves with the necessary operational permits
• Collaborate with internal teams on restoration, aftercare, quarry design, and geotechnical matters
• Contribute to strategic planning and ensure alignment with business goals
• Lead the acquisition and disposal of land, property, and mineral reserves
• Secure and manage planning permissions and operational permits
• Provide expert advice on land, mineral, and planning matters across business divisions
• Liaise with operational teams to deliver timely and effective support
• Represent the company with external stakeholders and regulatory bodies
• Manage project budgets and ensure alignment with company strategy
• Maintain accurate property records and systems (including SAP and GIS tools)
• Ensure compliance with competition legislation and internal policies
• Support restoration, aftercare, and geotechnical planning as needed

Education/Qualification

• BSc (Hons) or equivalent in property / minerals estates management / mineral resource planning or related disciplines relative to LMR activities at this level.
• Chartered Surveyor or equivalent professional qualification from a relevant corporate body.

Why Join Us at Heidelberg Materials?

Salary Competitive UK management bonus scheme

Company Car

Location: Wetherby

Working Hours: 40 Hybrid working

Rewards & Benefits

• We're proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including: Armed Forces Covenant (Gold) | Disability Confident | 5% Club (Platinum) | Mates in Mind | Clear Assured | STEM Ambassador | MPQC Member

What We Offer

• Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, holiday purchase, and sabbatical options
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
• Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities