Saw Operator & Stonemason, Honister Slate Mine

LANSS Delivery Team; Keswick; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The LANSS Delivery Team at Honister Slate Mine in Keswick is seeking a motivated Saw Operator & Stonemason to help produce slate products using traditional techniques. This role offers a unique opportunity to learn a skilled craft in the last working slate mine in England.

Responsibilities include operating a saw, splitting slate for roofing, and working alongside experienced craftsmen. Full training will be provided, and a half-day trial shift is offered to find the right fit.

If you're self-motivated, detail-oriented, and ready to work under pressure, please get in touch to arrange an interview.

Qualifications

• Motivated and reliable individual required for a skilled craft.
• Patience and attention to detail essential.
• Ability to meet production standards under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Operate saw to produce slate products.
• Split and shape slate for roofing.
• Learn traditional masonry skills from experienced craftsmen.
• Maintain production standards.

Skills

Self‑motivated with a positive attitude

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Saw Operator & Stonemason, Honister Slate Mine

Keswick

Overview

Honister Slate Mine is the last working slate mine in England, with a heritage of traditional stone craftsmanship that stretches back centuries. We produce slate for high-end residential and commercial projects, using traditional methods that preserve one of the UK’s most distinctive building materials.

We are looking for a motivated and reliable individual to join our team as a River Stonemason and Saw Operator helping produce slate products using traditional techniques. Riving slate is a skilled craft that requires patience, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Operate saw to produce slate products.
• Split and shape slate for roofing.
• Work alongside experienced craftsmen, learning traditional masonry skills.
• Maintain production standards and work under pressure.

Qualifications

• Self‑motivated with a positive attitude.
• Willingness to learn a skilled craft that requires patience and attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet production standards.

Additional Information

We offer a half‑day trial shift to help you decide if the role is right for you. If you enjoy the work and we feel you’re a good fit, we will move forward with the hiring process.

Full training will be given to teach you the traditional skills needed to split and shape slate for roofing.

Please get in touch to arrange an interview and trial shift.