Holcim is the leading partner for sustainable construction, creating value across the built environment from infrastructure and industry to buildings. Headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, Holcim has more than 45,000 employees in 43 attractive markets - across Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, Middle East & Africa. Holcim offers high-valued end-to-end Building Materials and Building Solutions, from foundation and flooring to roofing and walling - powered by premium brands including, ECOPact(R) low-carbon concrete and ECOPlanet(R) low-carbon cement.
Holcim Australia and New Zealand is a leading supplier of cement, aggregates, ready-mix concrete, and engineered pre-cast concrete solutions. Our proud history began in 1901 in Australia and 1888 in Aotearoa New Zealand.
Holcim is certified as a Top Employer 2026 by the Top Employers Institute, recognising our commitment to creating a workplace where people thrive.
Production Operator/ Leading Hand
Here is your opportunity to step into an exciting rolewhere you can grow & develop, with the world's leading sustainable building materials company.
- Drive in Drive Out role based on camp accommodation
- Perm Fixed Term contracrt until Feb 2027
About the opportunity
Are you a skilled and motivated individual with a passion for ensuring safe and efficient operations in the concrete industry? We are currently seeking a Production Operator/ Leading Hand or Batcher in charge to join our dynamic team to play a crucial role in managing the production process and maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer service.
Responsibilities
- Concrete batching & front-end loader operations.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and implement the Safety, Health, and Environment (SHE) Management System.
- Manage the water and waste management system, adhering to environmental requirements.
- Oversee concrete production, meeting customer specifications and deadlines.
- Optimize truck and personnel scheduling to ensure efficient operations.
- Maintain stock levels by ordering raw materials and conducting regular inventory checks.
- Coordinate equipment maintenance and engage contractors when needed.
- Provide leadership and support to the production team.
- Handle administrative tasks and contribute to operational improvements.
Requirements
- Previous experience in a production/ batching
- Previous batching experience would be an advantage.
- Strong knowledge of safety regulations and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills to meet production deadlines.
- Effective leadership abilities to motivate and develop a diverse team.
- Front-end loader certification and LF forklift license (preferred).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Why Holcim?
At Holcim we offer an inclusive environment, where our people feel comfortable bringing their authentic self to work. We offer a high-performance workplace empowering problem solvers, creative thinkers and innovators to seek combined perspectives and voice opportunities to go further and faster. Our workplace is a safe environment where individuals can be themselves and where we promote a diverse workforce. We are an equal opportunities employer, making no distinction on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or age. People are treated fairly at work - respecting and supporting human rights and non-discrimination. This is rooted in the values and standards set out in the Holcim Code of Ethics.
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Candidates must hold valid Australian work rights with no restrictions on employment duration or hours worked. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept Holiday or Student visas.
We are dedicated to improving employment outcomes and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Holcim will not accept unsolicited resumes from third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings.
