Wash plant operative

Randstad · Coalville, East Midlands

Wash plant operative at Randstad, based in Coalville, East Midlands, paying £13.45 - £17.62 per hour. This is a permanent role.

Salary
£13.45 - £17.62 per hour
Location
Coalville, East Midlands
Contract
Permanent
Posted
8 hours ago
Closes
19 Sep 2026

Reference washpl-ops

About the role

Are you an experienced Machine Operative with a good understanding of static plants and isolation procedures?

Do you have a great eye for detail and fault finding?

If you answered yes then Holcim are looking for someone just like you to join them as a Wash plant operative trialling a new project. The successful candidate will be someone who has a manufacturing background, is flexible and happy to work independently.

Role - Wash plant operative

Pay - £13.45 per hour for day shift, £17.62 per hour for afternoon shifts and then £19.87 per hour for night shift

Location- Holcim, Bardon Hill, Coalville LE67 1TD

Shift pattern- For the first 1-2 months you will be training on the day shift Monday to Friday. Once your training is completed you will move onto afternoons and when competent to work alone on to the night shift.

Days - 05:30 - 14:00

Afternoons - 13:30 - 22:00

Nights - 21:00 - 06:30

Duration- 6-12 months initially with the view to extend or offer a permanent position depending on performance

Start date - ASAP (within 1-2 weeks)

Responsibilities:

  • Managing and maintaining the wash plant
  • Basic fault finding
  • Monitor product quality
  • Check all production belts are working correctly
  • Basic housekeeping, cleaning and maintaining machinery and working area
  • Communicating with internal and external contacts in a clear and efficient manner

Experience needed:

  • Prior experience in a manufacturing/production environment
  • Previous experience as a machine operator
  • Capacity to operate with minimal supervision
  • Knowledge of isolation procedures
  • Previous experience in a mineral washing plant (desirable)
  • Strong IT literacy skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Great attention to detail
  • Open minded towards change, new processes and improvement initiatives

Benefits:

  • Advice and editing on your current CV
  • Dedicated team throughout your journey within the role
  • Paid holiday
  • Exclusive online services including restaurant and retail discounts
  • Chance to receive £300* for referring a friend
  • Opportunity for progression into permanent roles
  • Competitive rates of pay

Does this role sound interesting? Apply today and a team member will be in contact if you meet our requirements.

All applicants are subject to vetting checks including but not limited to: Right to work check, Medical assessment and reference check.



Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Reference: washpl-ops · Posted 8 hours ago · Closes 19 Sep 2026 · Listed via Randstad

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