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 constr…
Skills: Equipment Operation, Mobile Plant Operation, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Communication
North West Leicestershire, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Mid level
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 constr…
Skills: Logistics Coordination, Transport Scheduling, Communication, Organizational Skills, Problem Solving
South Cambridgeshire, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Mid level
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 constr…
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 constr…
Skills: Office Administration, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Purchase Order Management, Invoice Resolution
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 constr…
Skills: Plant Operations, Production Supervision, Concrete Batching, Contractor Management, Stock Control
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 constr…
Skills: Customer service, Communication, IT literacy, Plant operation, Weighbridge operation
East Hertfordshire, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Entry level
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 constr…
Skills: Customer Service, IT Literacy, Plant Control Systems, Mobile Plant Operation, Loading Shovel Operation
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 constr…
Skills: Vehicle Weighing, Documentation, Site Inductions, Dispatch Coordination, Data Processing
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 constr…
North West Leicestershire, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Senior
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 constr…
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 constr…
Skills: HGV Maintenance, Diagnostics, MOT Preparation, Hydraulics, Electrical Systems
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 constr…
Skills: HGV maintenance, Vehicle diagnostics, MOT preparation, Hydraulics, Electrical systems
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 constr…
Skills: Mobile Plant Operation, Production Support, Weighbridge Operation, Computer Literacy, Plant Inspection
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 constr…
Skills: Analytical Skills, Attention To Detail, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Industry Standards Compliance
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 constr…
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 constr…
Skills: Mobile Plant Maintenance, Reactive Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance, Hydraulic Systems, Heavy Vehicle Repair
Staffordshire Moorlands, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Mid level
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 constr…
Skills: Electrical Maintenance, High-Voltage Equipment, Switchgear Upgrading, Motor Control Centres, Planned Maintenance
Central Bedfordshire, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Mid level
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 constr…
Central Bedfordshire, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Entry level
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 constr…
Gorleston-on-Sea, England, United Kingdom · On-site
Mid level
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 constr…
Skills: HGV Driving, Category C Licence, Vehicle Care, Safety Awareness, Communication Skills
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Full-time
Competitive Salary, Bonus, 25 Days Holiday, Local Bank Holidays, Enhanced Family Benefits, Maternity Leave
Posted 19d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain automated block-making equipment and mobile plant to produce high-quality concrete products. Ensure strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards while meeting productivity targets.
Requirements
Candidates should be physically fit team players capable of manual labor and working in a fast-paced production environment. Experience with automated equipment and forklift driving is desirable but not mandatory.
Full 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, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits 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.
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
Join us as a Factory Operative at our Ashington factory, where you’ll be a key part of a dynamic, multi-skilled production team. Working on a rotating 2 shift pattern, you’ll help produce high-quality concrete products in a collaborative and safety-focused environment. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, contribute to a high-performing team, and be part of a business committed to excellence.
Operate and maintain automated block-making equipment and mobile plant, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
Support the shift supervisor in achieving productivity and quality targets, contributing to team success.
Diagnose and resolve production-related issues to minimise downtime and improve operational efficiency.
Uphold health, safety, and environmental standards, demonstrating a commitment to a zero-harm workplace.
Work to ISO 9001 and 14001 standards, maintaining high levels of productivity, housekeeping, and equipment maintenance.
Who You Are
You’re a proactive and enthusiastic team player with the skills and mindset needed to excel in a fast-paced production environment. Here’s what makes you a great fit:
Strong teamwork and communication skills, with a flexible approach to supporting team goals.
Ability to work independently, solve problems, and meet deadlines in a high-pressure setting.
Physically fit and capable of performing manual labor, including lifting and carrying.
Experience operating and maintaining automated equipment and mobile plant is desirable.
A health and safety-focused individual committed to maintaining a safe and compliant workplace.
Forklift driving experience is desirable not mandatory.
All relevant training provided
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.
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Concrete ProductsAutomated EquipmentMobile PlantISO 9001ISO 14001Health & SafetyZero-HarmProductionManufacturingForkliftHousekeepingShift Work
At Holcim UK, formerly Aggregate Industries, we are dedicated to making sustainable construction a reality through leading building innovation.
As the UK division of the number one building materials and solutions provider in the world, we boast a wealth of skills and experience across our business that enables us to create valuable partnerships achieved through seamless collaboration with our customers.
Whether high-performance concrete, aggregates, cement, mortars, building products, CDM, asphalt or contracting, it is our goal to make sustainable products the norm, not the niche, with decarbonisation, circularity and nature at the top of our agenda. We know our actions have a direct impact on our communities and our planet – it's up to us to ensure that impact is positive.
We are experts at delivering the right solution and creating lasting value, so let's make a difference together.
At Holcim UK, formerly Aggregate Industries, we are dedicated to making sustainable construction a reality through leading building innovation.
As the UK division of the number one building materials and solutions provider in the world, we boast a wealth of skills and experience across our business that enables us to create valuable partnerships achieved through seamless collaboration with our customers.
Whether high-performance concrete, aggregates, cement, mortars, building products, CDM, asphalt or contracting, it is our goal to make sustainable products the norm, not the niche, with decarbonisation, circularity and nature at the top of our agenda. We know our actions have a direct impact on our communities and our planet – it's up to us to ensure that impact is positive.
We are experts at delivering the right solution and creating lasting value, so let's make a difference together.