Quarry General Operative: Varied Hands-On Role

Holcim; Cheddar; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Health & Safety culture

Family benefits: maternity/paternity

Women Empowered mentor program

Remote GP service 24/7

Career progression opportunities

Staff discounts on garden products

Job summary

Holcim is seeking a General Operative at Callow Quarry in the UK. The role offers varied, hands-on work across quarry operations, with shifts from early morning and optional overtime on Saturdays.

You will support production, weighbridge duties, and ensure safe, efficient site operations while developing a broad range of practical skills. Candidates should enjoy practical work, be computer-literate and eager to learn.

Qualifications

• Computer literate with ability to learn site software and record information accurately.
• Hands-on attitude to practical quarry work.
• Keen to develop skills across quarry operations and adapt to changing tasks.
• Teamwork and clear communication with colleagues and drivers.
• Reliable, punctual and able to manage responsibilities in a busy site.
• Committed to following safety procedures and maintaining high standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile plant and perform pre-use checks to support material handling around the quarry.
• Support fixed production equipment to maintain output and dispatch materials as required.
• Dispatch materials to customers ensuring timely delivery and accurate loading.
• Carry out routine quality checks on materials and report issues promptly.
• Provide weighbridge cover and accurately record vehicle movements.
• Inspect plant and equipment for faults and coordinate with maintenance colleagues.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards across the site and keep areas clean and safe.
• Coordinate with maintenance to support safe completion of tasks and continuous operations.
• Follow site health, safety and environmental procedures and wear required PPE.
• Work as part of a team, adapting to priorities and helping the site run smoothly.

Skills

Computer literacy

Hands-on

Willingness to learn

Teamwork

Communication

Organisation

Reliability

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Safety mindset

Job description

Holcim is seeking a General Operative at Callow Quarry in the UK. The role offers varied, hands-on work across quarry operations, with shifts from early morning and optional overtime on Saturdays.

You will support production, weighbridge duties, and ensure safe, efficient site operations while developing a broad range of practical skills. Candidates should enjoy practical work, be computer-literate and eager to learn.