Fitter

Holcim; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Bonus program

Company van

25 days holiday

Job summary

Holcim UK is seeking a dedicated Fitter to maintain our DSM equipment and silos across customer sites. You will oversee preventative maintenance, perform essential repairs, and manage safe delivery and collection of silos, contributing to high-profile projects while prioritising safety and teamwork.

You will work in a collaborative environment with a strong focus on health, safety and continuous improvement, ensuring equipment readiness and compliance with site standards.

Qualifications

• Safety is the top priority; follow risk assessments and PPE protocols.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular preventative checks and maintenance on DSM equipment and silos.
• Complete silo builds and maintenance tasks in the yard prior to delivery.
• Safely lift, load, transport and place silos at customer sites.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain clear communication with operations, production teams and customers.
• Adhere to health, safety and environmental standards in all tasks.

Skills

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Organised

Education

HGV Class 2 with CPC

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.

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 + company van+ your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits 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

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to showcase your technical skills and make a direct impact within a global industry leader? At Holcim, we are seeking a dedicated Fitter to join our dynamic team. In this vital role, you will be key to ensuring our Dry Silo Mortar (DSM) equipment and silos are maintained, safely prepared, and ready to support high-profile customer sites.

You will oversee preventative maintenance, perform essential repairs and plant builds, and handle the safe delivery and collection of site silos. Joining Holcim means stepping into an engaging workplace where safety, continuous improvement, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular preventative checks and carry out maintenance plans across plants, structures, and silos.
• Complete full silo builds within the maintenance yard prior to delivery.
• Safely manage the lifting, loading, transport, and site placement of silos to customer locations.
• Troubleshoot breakdowns, implement efficient solutions, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain active communication with operational management, production teams, and external customers.
• Uphold the highest health, safety, and environmental standards, ensuring risk assessments and safe working practices are strictly followed.

Who You Are

• Safety-Focused Professional: You hold safety as your top priority. You take ownership of completing work safely, using appropriate personal protective equipment, following risk assessments, and looking out for your colleagues.
• Skilled Technician: You possess strong mechanical aptitude with practical experience in plant maintenance, preventative inspections, and equipment repair.
• Qualified Specialist: Ideally, you hold a valid Class 2 HGV Licence with a full CPC, allowing you to transport equipment safely to customer sites when required.
• Collaborative Team Player: You build positive, respectful relationships with colleagues and customers alike. You communicate clearly, act with integrity, and embrace an inclusive team environment.
• Organised and Reliable: You take pride in your work and presentation, managing your time efficiently, arriving punctually, and maintaining high standards across your tools and equipment.

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.