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Holcim UK

General Operative

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Holcim UK

Shepton Mallet, GB · Full-time · £25,000 – £32,000

About this role

Join Holcim UK at Torr Works, the flagship super quarry in Somerset, and operate some of the biggest and most powerful machinery in the industry. Work across key production areas including loading, crushing, washing, and control rooms at a site with serious scale. Every tonne produced helps build vital infrastructure across the country.

Roll up your sleeves in a hands-on role rotating across the site from primary crusher and wash plant to stockpiles and control rooms. Drive and manage largest mobile plant machinery like massive loading shovels and ADTs. Be part of a passionate, safety-first team that keeps the UK moving.

Work as part of a highly respected team with a huge focus on Health & Safety. Join a business dedicated to sustainable construction, tackling carbon and climate challenges. Be valued and supported in an environment that prioritizes your well-being.

Train on the job with opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad. Participate in programs like Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program. Contribute to building progress for people and the planet since 1858.

Requirements

  • Keen to learn and up for a challenge
  • Hands-on approach to operating heavy machinery
  • Passionate about safety-first environment
  • Physically fit for quarry operations
  • Willingness to rotate across production areas

Responsibilities

  • Operate largest mobile plant machinery including loading shovels and ADTs
  • Work across primary crusher and wash plant
  • Manage stockpiles and production areas
  • Assist in control room operations
  • Load, crush, and wash materials
  • Rotate across key site areas
  • Support safety-first production processes

Benefits

  • 25 days holiday plus local bank holidays with options to increase
  • Enhanced family benefits including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
  • Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household
  • Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad
  • Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program
  • Affinity groups bringing together employees with similar interests
  • Staff discounts including garden landscaping products