Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 4,000 people and operating around 300 manufacturing sites in the UK.
We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is vital to our growth and advancement. We aim to promote a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.
At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.
Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is one of the UK’s largest suppliers of construction materials, employing over 3,500 people and operating around 280 manufacturing sites in the UK.
We are committed to building a more sustainable future and recognise that a diverse workforce is key to our growth and development. We aim to foster a culture that values openness, transparency and individual achievement.
Maintenance Fitter – Whatley Quarry, Frome
Salary:Up to £50,500 depending on experience + overtime
Location: Whatley, Frome
Hours: Rotating early and late shifts (no nights), 42.5 hours per week
To provide mechanical repair and maintenance skills including fault identification analysis to facilitate repairs, improvements including inspections adjustments and calibration to agreed standards set by the company.
Carry out maintenance and repair operations following the operational and maintenance plan/budget to Improve operational reliability and availability of the plant and machinery at the lowest effective maintenance costs for all equipment, installations and buildings on site.
As Maintenance Fitter you will provide the necessary skills to ensure that the mechanical maintenance for all operational activities and equipment on site is carried out. You will ensure that all planned and preventative maintenance is carried out in accordance with the maintenance plans; you will be responsible for completing daily inspections including identification, reporting and rectification of faults to reduce breakdowns and improve plant reliability.
Why Join us?
At Heidelberg Materials, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers. As a global leader in construction materials, we’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and, above all, our people.
Rewards & Benefits
We’re proud to be recognised as an Employer of Choice, with accreditations including:
Heidelberg Materials UK (formerly Hanson UK) is a leading supplier of lower carbon heavy building materials to the construction industry. We produce aggregates (crushed rock, sand and gravel), asphalt, cement, concrete and recycled materials. Our principal markets are the major conurbations in England and Wales and the central belt of Scotland. We employ around 3,500 people in jobs ranging from specialist and professional managers through to production operatives.
