Night Plant Operative
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.
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 + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) 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
We’re looking for a reliable and safety-focused Night Plant Operative to join our team in Botley on a permanent night shift basis, working Sunday to Thursday, 20:30 – 06:00. This is a hands-on role within a close-knit night operations team, where you’ll primarily operate a loading shovel while supporting the wider plant operation and rail unloading activities across Botley.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys practical work, values teamwork and wants to build long-term skills within an essential industry. You’ll have the chance to learn additional areas of the operation, including asphalt plant activities and rail unloading, with full training provided. Overtime is regularly available, offering strong earning potential alongside development opportunities within the business.
What You'll Be Doing
Operating loading shovel and mobile plant equipment safely and efficiently to support site operations
Providing relief cover for rail unloading activities at Botley and Eastleigh depots (full training provided)
Supporting housekeeping, cleanliness and general site standards across the plant
Communicating closely with the wider night shift team to support production requirements
Reporting defects, safety concerns or operational issues to site management
Who You Are
You have a strong awareness of health, safety and environmental standards
You’re reliable, punctual and able to work effectively as part of a small night shift team
You’re comfortable following written instructions and using basic IT systems
You hold a full UK driving licence, as travel between Botley and Eastleigh may be required
Experience operating mobile plant machinery is helpful, but not essential as full training will be provided
You’re flexible and open to learning new skills, including rail unloading and asphalt operations
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.