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, weve 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. Thats 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 were 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
You will be responsible for maintaining electrical systems and safety-related control systems across the entire site, ensuring compliance with UK legislation and Holcim standards. This position offers hands-on technical exposure to modern automated systems, robotics and PLC-controlled equipment, with opportunities to mentor apprentices and support ongoing site improvements.
What Youll Be Doing Undertaking electrical work in accordance with UK legislation and company safe working procedures
Performing fault finding on automated plant and electrically driven machinery
Maintaining and modifying PLC-controlled equipment to meet production requirements
Conducting root-cause analysis and implementing corrective actions
Supporting process improvements and energy reduction initiatives
Maintaining electrical diagrams, circuit schedules and technical documentation
Ensuring safety-related control systems for machinery are maintained and compliant
Delivering timely completion of Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) schedules
Supporting mentoring and development of apprentices
Contributing to a culture of continuous improvement and operational reliability
What Youll Bring Time-served electrical engineering apprenticeship
18th Edition Wiring Regulations (City & Guilds 2382)
Inspection and Testing (City & Guilds 2391)
Strong understanding of functional safety and machinery safety-related control systems
Experience with motor control systems, VFD/DC drives and cable sizing
PLC experience including fault finding and programming (Rockwell, Omron, Mitsubishi preferred)
Robotics fault finding and programming experience (Fanuc, Kuka, ABB desirable)
Knowledge of weighing systems (e.g., load cells)
Ability to read and maintain technical drawings and control panel designs
IT literacy and ability to maintain digital records
Flexible approach to working hours
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Desirable qualifications and knowledge may include:
Electrical AM2 Practical Assessment
IOSH Managing Safely
Working knowledge of PUWER
Engineering Technician (TechEng) status
IET membership
Training in risk assessment, working at height, manual handling and incident investigation
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.
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