Job Description

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

Based onsite at Glensanda, the largest granite quarry in Europe, we now have an opportunity for a Reliability Operative. You'll join our existing team delivering production and ship loading operations across this impressive 6,000-acre site.


Working on a 7 on / 7 off shift pattern, you'll play a key, hands-on role in preventative maintenance, fault diagnosis, condition monitoring, and continuous improvement initiatives.


Glensanda is only accessible via the Holcim UK ferry from Benderloch, so you can either commute daily or stay onsite in free en-suite accommodation, complete with a canteen, gym, sauna, and games room.

What You'll Be Doing

Carrying out planned preventative maintenance and inspections across fixed plant and associated equipment.


Diagnosing faults and completing repairs to minimise downtime and maintain asset performance.


Monitoring equipment condition and performance, reporting findings and recommending improvements.


Supporting continuous improvement activities, including equipment modifications and root cause analysis.


Maintaining accurate maintenance records and updating the site maintenance management system.


Ensuring high standards of housekeeping, safety, and compliance with all HSEQ requirements.


Supporting the preparation of RAMS and Safe Systems of Work.


Working closely with maintenance, production, and operations teams to ensure smooth and safe site operations.

Who you are

You'll have previous mechanical or maintenance experience, with a desire to build your career in a heavy industrial environment.


You're proactive and enjoy finding problems before they appear.



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.