About the role
The Company
Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.8 billion in revenue and 13,700 employees in 54 countries in 2023. The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods. Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers’ products and their performance. As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts.
The Position
Maintenance GeneralJob Summary
Maintenance General
Location: Trebal Refinery, Trethurgy St Austell, Cornwall, PL26 8YQ
Hours of work: 37.5 hours a week, working Monday to Friday (7.5 hours per day)
Salary: £23,732.00 per annum
If you are looking for a varied role with an opportunity to join a successful business, then we have the job for you!
Why work for Imerys?
At Imerys every member of our team matters. Our priority is the health and safety of our people and our aim is to create diverse and inclusive workplaces. We are always striving to be better and to support our people to continuously learn, improve and innovate. This allows them to tap into their full potential and to take advantage of the wealth of career and development opportunities available.
The job role:
This is a varied role involving some manual handling, which provides key support to Production and Engineering activities.
The main responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
General maintenance - to include basic carpentry & small civil work tasks
Supporting the Engineering team in their activities
Landscaping (including the use of a strimmer)
Small civil works - fencing and cleaning tasks
Site Waste Management organisation
Support for instrument calibration (pH probes & density meters)
Routine checks and inspections
Basic plumbing
Managing spill kits (i.e. for chemicals etc)
What’s in it for you?
25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
Generous Pension Plan
Life Assurance
Income Protection
Company Sick Pay
Discounts on external retailers
Cycle to work scheme
We also offer a comprehensive package to support the Wellbeing of our people which includes:
Employee Assistance Programme
Virtual GP
Flu and Eye care vouchers
Enhanced family friendly policies
Menopause Support
You will:
Have a high degree of EHS awareness and competence
Legally able to drive in
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