About this role
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
As a Multi Skilled Operative within our rail operation at Torr, you’ll support the day-to-day running of the rail loading facilities and wider quarry operations. This is a varied role that will see you working across different tasks including plant operation, site maintenance and supporting the loading of aggregates onto trains, this will be working on a 3 shift rotation.
You’ll be part of a team responsible for ensuring materials are moved safely, efficiently and in line with production and logistics schedules. The role offers the chance to develop new operational skills, work with specialist equipment and build a long-term career within quarry and rail logistics operations.
What You’ll Be DoingSupporting the safe and efficient loading of rail wagons within the rail distribution operation
Operating mobile plant and equipment where trained and authorised
Carrying out routine operational duties across the quarry and rail loading areas
Working closely with the rail operations and site teams to ensure production targets are met
Carrying out basic inspections, housekeeping and site maintenance activities
Ensuring all work is carried out in line with Health & Safety procedures and site standards
Identifying and reporting any safety concerns, defects or operational issues
Supporting preventative maintenance activities where required
Completing operational records and documentation accurately
Contributing to a strong safety culture through proactive reporting and safe working practices
What You’ll BringA strong commitment to health and safety and safe working practices
A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a busy operational environment
Good communication and problem-solving skills
Strong work ethic and reliability
Flexibility to work across a variety of operational tasks
Desirable:
Previous experience within quarrying, heavy industry, rail operations or plant operations
Mobile plant experience (e.g. loading shovel, excavator or similar)
Experience working in an industrial or production environment
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.