Washbay Operative - 12 months fixed term contracr at Liebherr Group in Biggleswade, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Washbay Operative - 12 months fixed term contracr at Liebherr Group in Biggleswade, England, United Kingdom | Kablio

Company

Overview

Born 1949

Year Established

The company was founded in 1949 and has since grown into a global industrial leader.

€14B Revenue

Annual Revenues

The company generates around €14 billion annually through various heavy equipment divisions.

3,000t Capacity

Crawler Crane

The LR 13000 crawler crane, part of its record-breaking machinery portfolio.

100+ Hotels

Liebherr Properties

The company operates over 100 hotels alongside its industrial plants worldwide.

Projects range from massive infrastructure sites and wind‑farm foundations (via crawler dozers) to aerospace systems and domestic refrigerators.
Specialisms include earthmoving/mining equipment, mobile/crane technology, concrete systems, maritime/port cranes, aerospace components, industrial automation, refrigeration.
Its portfolio includes record‑breaking machines like the LR 13000 crawler crane and hydrogen‑powered wheel loaders—a first at Bauma 2025.
Unusual fact: still entirely family‑owned, it's led across three generations and once operated the world’s second‑largest mining truck, the T 282 B.

Culture + Values

Entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to innovation
Decentralized decision-making and personal responsibility
Long-term thinking and sustainable growth
High quality standards and reliability
Respectful collaboration and mutual trust
Strong customer focus and understanding of their needs
Commitment to continuous improvement and development

Environment + Sustainability

2050 Target

Net Zero CO2 Emissions

Aiming to achieve net zero CO2 emissions by the year 2050.

23% Reduction

CO2 Emissions in Production

Reduced CO2 emissions in production processes by 23% from 2018 to 2022.

Energy-efficient product design and manufacturing
Promoting sustainable products, such as energy-efficient cranes and machines
Use of renewable energy sources in production
Implementation of a recycling concept for construction machinery
Partnerships with external organizations to enhance sustainability practices

Inclusion & Diversity

25% Target

Women in Leadership

Aiming to achieve 25% representation of women in leadership roles by 2025.

Commitment to creating equal opportunities for all employees, regardless of gender, ethnicity, or background.
Focus on gender-balanced recruitment and career development programs.
Continuous improvement of work-life balance and flexible working arrangements.

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Liebherr Group Careers

Company History