Operative Day Worker

Imerys Group; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension plan

Life assurance

Income protection

Private healthcare

Company sick pay

Imerys Advantage employee discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme via Halfords

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme via Tusker

Buy Holiday Scheme

Job summary

Imerys is seeking a practical Operative (Maintenance Day Worker) for its Littlejohns Mine operations in the UK. You will be hands-on with pressure pipelines, monitor washing equipment, and support production teams in a challenging outdoor mining environment.

You’ll work with maintenance, engineering and management to carry out inspections, repairs and installation tasks, with training provided in welding and MEWP operation as required. A positive, adaptable attitude is essential.

Qualifications

• Practical hands-on approach with tools and equipment.
• Basic engineering or mechanical maintenance knowledge.
• Experience using hand tools such as drills, grinders and spanners.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain and install pressure pipelines and monitor washing equipment.
• Assist engineers with maintenance activities and projects.
• Support production operations, including monitor operations when required.
• Carry out routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Operate and work alongside mobile equipment and platforms.
• Prioritise repair work based on production requirements.
• Work closely with production, engineering and management teams.
• Follow all Imerys Health, Safety and Environmental procedures.
• Support shutdown and maintenance activities across the site.

Skills

Hands-on maintenance

Mechanical knowledge

Use of hand tools

Tools

Welding

Basic engineering tools

Job description

We're looking for a practical, hands-on Operative (Maintenance Day Worker) to join our Central Area Mining team at Littlejohns. This role is focused on the maintenance, repair and installation of pressure pipeline systems and monitor washing equipment used within our mining operations. Working closely with the production team, engineers and site management, you'll help keep essential infrastructure operating safely and efficiently. The majority of the work is carried out outdoors within an active mining environment, often in exposed weather conditions. This role would suit someone with a maintenance, engineering, mechanical, agricultural, plant, construction or welding background who enjoys practical problem-solving and varied work.

Responsibilities

• Repair, maintain and install pressure pipelines and monitor washing equipment.
• Assist Engineers with maintenance activities and projects.
• Support production operations, including monitor operations when required.
• Carry out routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Operate and work alongside mobile equipment and platforms.
• Prioritise repair work based on production requirements.
• Work closely with production, engineering and management teams.
• Follow all Imerys Health, Safety and Environmental procedures.
• Support shutdown and maintenance activities across the site.

Desirable Skills & Qualifications

• A practical hands-on approach and experience using tools and equipment.
• Basic engineering or mechanical maintenance knowledge.
• Experience using hand tools such as drills, grinders and spanners.
• Experience in maintenance, engineering, construction, plant, agricultural or similar environments.
• Good communication and team-working skills.
• The ability to prioritise workloads and work independently when required.
• A willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• A positive attitude towards learning new skills and qualifications.

Training can be provided for the right candidate; however, you must be willing to complete training in welding, MEWP operation, working at height and confined space awareness where required.

Working Environment

This role is based within our Littlejohns Mine operations and involves predominantly outdoor working. Conditions can be physically demanding and exposed to the elements, so we're looking for someone who is adaptable, self-motivated and comfortable working outside throughout the year.

Imerys is the world's leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers' products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.

At Imerys, every member of our team matters. Our priority is the health and safety of our people, and we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We encourage continuous learning, innovation and development, helping our employees build rewarding long-term careers.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Generous pension plan
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Private healthcare
• Company sick pay
• Imerys Advantage employee discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme via Halfords
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme via Tusker
• Buy Holiday Scheme

Supporting Your Wellbeing

We offer a comprehensive wellbeing package, including:

• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Virtual GP service
• Flu and eye care vouchers
• Menopause support
• Check4Cancer health screening, including prostate screening