Holcim Uk
Leading UK supplier of cement, aggregates, asphalt, concrete and contracting services across 200+ sites.
3 days ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Oban, Scotland, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
4,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
electrical maintenance
plant control
asset management
equipment operations
work organisation
deadline management
The opportunity is for a Production Operator at Glensanda Quarry, one of Europe’s largest granite quarries that recently exported its 200 millionth tonne of granite. The role involves maintaining and repairing electrical systems, supporting the supervisor in daily plant control and asset management, and ensuring efficient operation of both mobile and fixed plant equipment in a 24/7 environment.
- Maintain and repair electrical systems at the quarry site.
- Support the supervisor in day‑to‑day plant control and asset management.
- Ensure smooth 24/7 operations of mobile and fixed plant equipment.
- Organise work efficiently and meet set deadlines.
Requirements
communication
teamwork
machine driving
industry experience
motivation
organisational
The ideal candidate is highly motivated, with drive, enthusiasm, excellent communication and teamwork skills, good organisational ability, and the capacity to meet deadlines. Machine‑driving experience and prior industry experience are desirable. Holcim is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, offering equal opportunity to all applicants.
- Communicate effectively and work collaboratively within a team.
- Possess machine‑driving experience (preferred).
- Bring previous industry experience (desirable).
Benefits
Holcim UK offers a competitive salary with bonus, 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, and additional benefits that recognize employee contributions. Employees benefit from a strong health‑and‑safety culture, enhanced family leave (maternity, paternity, adoption), a Women Empowered mentor program, 24/7 remote GP services, career progression opportunities at home and abroad, affinity groups, and staff discounts on garden landscaping products.
- Receive competitive salary with bonus and generous holiday entitlement.
- Access enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
- Benefit from a Women Empowered mentor program and 24/7 remote GP service.
- Opportunities for career progression domestically and internationally.
- Join employee affinity groups and enjoy staff discounts on garden products.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
25 brands
Unified brands
United 25 brands under one banner to amplify its reach.
200 sites
Nationwide coverage
Operates over 200 sites across the UK to ensure reliable delivery nationwide.
Since 1957
Cement manufacturing history
Has been manufacturing cement in the UK since 1957, blending local production with import terminals.
63,700 employees
Global workforce
Part of the global Holcim Group, which employs over 63,700 people worldwide.
- Delivers essential materials—cement, asphalt, ready‑mix concrete, aggregates, mortar—and contracting across infrastructure, buildings and commercial projects.
- The business blends UK‑based manufacturing (cement since 1957) with import terminals to ensure reliable delivery nationwide.
- On‑site work spans quarries, paving roads and rail, landscaping public realms, and surfacing industrial and residential developments.
- Often pioneers innovations such as low‑carbon ECOPact concrete and recycled‑content ECOCycle products.
- Runs a Sustainable Construction Academy offering CPD‑certified training in low‑carbon and circular design.
- Tackles heavy civil works—like roads, crematoria surfacing, stadium projects—while adding fine touches like commercial landscaping and screed.
Culture + Values
- Prioritizes the safety of its people and operations above all else.
- Committed to sustainable solutions that help build a better future for communities.
- Places the needs of its customers at the center of its business activities.
- Continuously strives for improvement through innovation in products and services.
- Conducts business with transparency, integrity, and respect for people and the environment.
Environment + Sustainability
2050 Target
Net-Zero Commitment
Committed to achieving net-zero status by this pivotal future date.
30% Sales Target
Sustainable Solutions
Aiming to derive 30% of revenue from environmentally-friendly products and services within the next six years.
20% CO2 Reduction
Environmental Impact
Significantly lowered carbon emissions per tonne of cement produced over the past three decades.
- Focus on reducing carbon footprint through green building solutions, carbon capture, and energy-efficient technologies.
- Active support of circular economy initiatives, including the use of recycled materials in products.
Inclusion & Diversity
40% by 2030
Gender Equality Target
Set a target for 40% female representation in management roles by 2030.
- Supports initiatives aimed at creating an inclusive and respectful workplace culture.
- Monitors gender balance and has programs in place to increase diversity in leadership roles.