Job Description

At

Calders & Grandidge

, we're looking for a

Creosote Plant Operator

to join our production team, helping to deliver the high-quality treated timber products to our customers. This role is

full-time

, based at our

Boston site

, with

triple

shift or day patterns available

.

At

Calders & Grandidge

, part of

Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland

, we are proud of our heritage as one of the UK's leading suppliers of high-quality, creosoted timber products. With over 100 years of experience, we specialise in treated timber poles, railway sleepers, gates, and fencing, serving customers across the UK.

Our Boston site is home to the one of only two operational creosote treatment plants in the country, making this role a unique opportunity to work in a highly specialised and essential industry.

What the role involves

As a

Creosote Plant Operator

, you will play a key role in ensuring our timber treatment operations run safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards. Your responsibilities will include:

Operating and maintaining the creosote plant in line with safety and quality requirements.

Monitoring treatment cycles and boiler systems, making adjustments as needed.

Carrying out routine safety, maintenance, and plant performance checks.

Identifying and responding to operational issues, supporting improvements, and ensuring a safe working environment.

Working collaboratively with colleagues to drive continuous improvement.

Upholding housekeeping and site standards.

What we're looking for

We're seeking a practical and safety-conscious individual with a proactive approach and strong attention to detail. Ideally, you will bring:

Mechanical aptitude, with experience in mechanics, piping, or valves (desirable but not essential).

Problem-solving skills and the ability to make decisions under pressure.

Self-motivation, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

A strong commitment to health, safety, and quality standards.

Are Calders & Grandidge and Saint-Gobain inclusive employers?

Saint-Gobain is the worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world.

We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.

And what about flexibility?

The world of work is changing. At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any need you might have for this role: flexible hours, job-sharing, part-time working, or anything else that matters to you. We can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting. But we do promise to listen.

If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Canteen Company events Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Free flu jabs Free parking On-site parking Sick pay Store discount
Work Location: In person