Trainee Plant Operative
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 - 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
We have an exciting opportunity for a Trainee Plant Operative to join our team at our Westleigh Asphalt plant in Tiverton. This role is fast-paced, dynamic, extremely varied and challenging, however also very rewarding for someone who enjoys working with other like-minded, hard working people.
Key tasks range from, operating the plants computer controlled mixing system, operating mobile plants and undertaking light maintenance tasks including housekeeping duties. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who is passionate about their work and is looking for employment with a company who, in return for their commitment and hard-work, genuinely cares about their safety, health, wellbeing , job satisfaction and career development.
Other elements of the role include:
Learning to mix consistently excellent material using the Plant Computer.
Carry out pre-start checks on fixed and mobile plant and ensure that it is safe to operate
To carry out routine maintenance including greasing / visual inspections as per the schedule
Operate mobile plant such as loading shovel, minidigger and telehandler (full training given)
House keeping duties such as hosing down etc where required
What will you bring?
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Strong IT literacy
Basic mathematics and english skills
Flexibility with work hours and willing to work weekend
The desire for training and willingness to learn
You will need to develop a sound appreciation of Health & Safety, housekeeping and environmental regulations
All 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.
- Team
- Production & Operations
- Role
- South West
- Locations
- Westleigh Asphalt Plant
Westleigh Asphalt Plant
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