Mechanical Craftsman

Castle Cement Limited; Stamford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days holiday

Pension

Life assurance

Company benefits

Flexible working

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials UK is hiring a Mechanical Craftsperson at Ketton Cement Works. You will perform planned maintenance, diagnose faults, and support plant reliability for heavy industrial equipment. The role emphasizes safety, environment, and continuous improvement within a leading cement operations team.

Applicants should have a mechanical maintenance background in heavy industry and be proficient with pumps, valves, piping, and CMMS/SAP. SAP experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Maintenance Engineering or equivalent.
• Completed a recognised Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship.
• Proven maintenance experience in heavy industrial/manufacturing settings.
• Competent with MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Desirable SAP/CMMS experience and additional welding/fabrication qualifications.
• Multi-skilled maintenance experience in continuous manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical inspections and planned maintenance.
• Diagnose faults and carry out corrective repairs.
• Support plant reliability and continuous improvement.
• Participate in daily maintenance planning and MIP meetings.
• Ensure SHEQ compliance and safe working practices.
• Collaborate with colleagues and contractors to deliver maintenance solutions.
• Contribute to ongoing maintenance process improvements.

Skills

Pumps and valves

Pipework and process systems

Conveyors and gears

Hydraulic and pneumatic systems

Welding and fabrication

Fault finding and diagnostics

Workshop machinery (lathes, milling,Dr

Education

NVQ Level 3 Mechanical Maintenance Engineering

Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship

Tools

SAP

CMMS

Job description

Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK. We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

Mechanical Craftsperson Ketton Cement Works

Competitive Salary Reporting to the Mechanical Supervisor, this role is critical in ensuring the reliability, performance, and availability of plant equipment through proactive maintenance and continuous improvement initiatives. As a Mechanical Craftsperson you will play a key role in supporting Heidelberg Materials' Maintenance Improvement Plan (MIP) by carrying out preventative and corrective maintenance across the site. Working both independently and as part of a team, you will help maximise plant reliability while ensuring the highest standards of safety, environmental compliance, and operational performance. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled mechanical engineer to work on a wide range of heavy industrial equipment, playing a key role in improving plant reliability, safety, and operational performance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing mechanical inspections and planned maintenance activities
• Diagnosing faults and carrying out corrective repairs
• Supporting plant reliability and continuous improvement initiatives
• Participating in daily maintenance planning and MIP meetings
• Working safely and complying with all SHEQ requirements
• Collaborating with colleagues and contractors to deliver efficient maintenance solutions
• Contributing to the ongoing improvement of maintenance processes and systems

What You'll Bring

• We're looking for someone with strong mechanical maintenance experience gained within a heavy manufacturing, industrial, chemical, cement, quarrying, or similar environment.
• Technical skills with: Pumps, valves, pipework and process systems
• Conveyors, bearings, gearboxes and rotating equipment
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Compressed air generation and distribution systems
• Welding, burning and basic fabrication
• Mechanical fault finding and diagnostics
• Lifting and pulling equipment
• Workshop machinery including lathes, milling machines and drill presses
• SAP and maintenance management systems

Qualifications & Experience

• NVQ Level 3 in Mechanical Maintenance Engineering (or equivalent qualification).
• Completion of a recognised Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship.
• Proven experience in mechanical maintenance within a heavy industrial, manufacturing, process, or engineering environment.
• Competent user of Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Desirable Experience of using SAP or other Computerised Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS).
• Additional qualifications in welding, fabrication, hydraulics, pneumatics, or lifting operations.
• Multi-skilled maintenance experience within a continuous manufacturing environment.

Why Join us?

At Heidelberg Materials, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.

Rewards & Benefits

• Armed Forces Covenant (Gold)
• Disability Confident
• 5% Club (Platinum)
• Mates in Mind
• Clear Assured
• STEM Ambassador
• MPQC Member
• Competitive Package: Salary, bonus incentives, generous pension, and life assurance
• Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays), agile/flexible working, and sabbatical options, Season and travel ticket loans
• Family-Friendly Policies: Enhanced support for maternity, paternity, adoption, IVF, neonatal care, and menopause
• Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
• Wellbeing & Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities

At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as Hanson UK) we strive to create an inclusive and respectful workplace where every individual can bring their unique skills and background to contribute to the success of our business. At Heidelberg Materials UK (previously known as HansonUK), we understand that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development, and we aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency, and individual achievement. As part of our commitment to promoting diversity, we are actively working to encourage more individuals to consider careers within the construction industry. We believe in building a workplace that is dedicated to promoting inclusivity and diversity.

We also offer a range of benefits, such as access to our Employee Assistance Program, trained mental health first aiders, discounted private medical benefits and much more, to ensure your wellbeing is prioritized.

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