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, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) 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 Shovel Operator 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. Must adhereing to our Health & Safety requirements, with continuous commitment to a zero harm culture, be enthusiastic and highly motivated. Excellent communication and team working skills are essential and experience within the industry would be preferable. The ability to be flexible is an advantage. Shovel Driving License or FLT license at least B1 or B2 would be highly preferable.

You will be required to operate and maintain automated block making equipment, including driving forklift trucks and the loading shovel,. Other key responsibilities of the General Operative will include: Ensuring excellent housekeeping around site, manage incoming materials, quality check all manufactured product, ensure planned preventative maintenance is undertaken as directed and assist during breakdown situations.

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 and Shovel driving experience is desirable 

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.