Mine Operative

At British Gypsum we are looking for a Mine Operativeto work underground in our Kirkby Thore mine in Cumbria.

If you've experience operating heavy machinery, are open to training and development, and you want to know what it's like to work for a top employer that is working hard to make the world a better home; then please read on to find out more about this exciting opportunity to join us as Mine Operative.

British Gypsum is part of Saint-Gobain Interior Solutions (SGIS). Much of Britain has been built with British gypsum. Gypsum is the vital raw material at the heart of our plaster and plasterboard, and much of it is mined, milled and made in Britain. We have been mining gypsum for more than 150 years, a heritage we're very proud of.

What we're looking for:

First and foremost, we always want to recruit talented people that align well with our values and way of working; so whether you've never worked in this industry before, or had years of experience with one our competitors, you're just as likely to be a great fit! For this role in particular we are looking for someone with the following skills and experience;

• Adaptability and common sense; this is a highly hazardous environment, so a proactivity towards health and safety is a must have
• Experience operating heavy plant machinery/construction machinery, or anything industrial would be beneficial
• Experience in a production environment, following strict safety rules and regulations, as well as detailed instructions
• Openness to working underground, on a shift pattern
• Willingness to learn and develop

What you will be doing:

Our Mine Operatives are really important to our success. In this role you will;

• Be fully committed to high safety standards
• Be an integral member of the Mine Production team & operate front line production machinery (full training will be given on each piece of equipment). The machinery includes mechanised cutting / loading machines, rock transportation machinery and shovel loaders.
• Follow directions to ensure extraction width and height is in accordance with Mine Design.

Are British Gypsum and Saint-Gobain inclusive employers?

Saint-Gobain is the worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction improving daily life through high-performance solutions. From wherever you are, let your unique personality and our values guide you every day to invent a more sustainable world.

We understand that a diverse workplace is not only a more enjoyable place to be, but also facilitates better decision making and innovation. So, whoever you are, and whichever Saint-Gobain business you join, you can be sure of a warm welcome with us.

And what about flexibility?

The world of work is changing. At Saint-Gobain, we're always open to new ways of working. Everyone has different needs and commitments. We'll happily discuss any need you might have for this role: flexible hours, job-sharing, part-time working, or anything else that matters to you. We can't promise to meet every request when we're recruiting. But we do promise to listen.

If you match our criteria, we will be in touch to discuss your experience and more about you as a person, we look forward to hearing from you!