The Company

Imerys is the world’s leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with €3.4 billion in revenue and 12,300 employees in 40 countries in 2025. 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.

Imerys is listed on Euronext Paris (France) with the ticker symbol NK.PA.

Operative - Refining 

Job Title: Operative 

Contract Type: Permanent

Status: Full time (38.5 hours per week, 74 shift pattern 12 hour days and nights)

Annual Salary: £25,445.42 plus £6,461.65 shift allowance

Site: Melbur

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Operative to join our Refining team at Melbur. In this hands-on role, you will play a key part in producing high-quality kaolin slurry, ensuring products are safely and efficiently processed to meet production targets. Working within a 24/7 operation, you'll combine process control, plant operation, and problem-solving skills to help keep our site running smoothly.

Summary of the role:

• Following all Environmental, Safety, Health, and Quality (ESHQ) requirements.
• Operating and controlling refining processes in line with site procedures.
• Monitoring plant performance and recording process conditions.
• Carrying out on-site inspections, checks, and process adjustments.
• Ensuring product quality and production targets are achieved.
• Operating fixed plant, tools, and instrumentation safely.
• Reporting hazards, incidents, near misses, and process deviations.
• Maintaining high housekeeping standards across the site.
• Supporting continuous improvement activities and team communication routines.

Do you have the following attributes?

• Good communication skills.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Organised and methodical approach to work, with good attention to detail.
• Physically fit and comfortable working in an industrial environment.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Safety-focused with a commitment to maintaining high ESHQ standards.
• Confident using computers and willing to learn new systems and technologies.
• Full driving licence.
• Previous experience in an industrial, manufacturing, quarrying, or production environment is desirable.
• Experience working to targets and KPIs would be advantageous.

No prior experience with all equipment is required, as comprehensive training will be provided. You will receive training and support to develop your skills in:

• Fixed plant operations
• Hand tools and equipment
• Process instrumentation
• SCADA process control systems
• Google Workspace (GSuite)

This is an excellent opportunity to develop technical and operational skills within a supportive production environment while building a long-term career in the minerals industry.

What's in it for you?

• 19 days holiday, plus bank holidays
• Generous Pension Plan
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection
• Private Healthcare
• Company Sick Pay
• Discounts with external retailers on Imerys Advantage
• Cycle to Work Scheme via Halfords
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme via Tusker
• Buy Holiday Scheme

Supporting your wellbeing

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
• Check4Cancer (prostate checks)
• Volunteer opportunities as a Mental Health First Aider, First Aider at Work or Fire Marshal

Why work for Imerys?

At Imerys, every member of our team matters. Our priority is the health and safety of our people, and we aim to create diverse and inclusive workplaces. We are always striving to be better and support our people to learn, improve and innovate continuously. This allows them to tap into their full potential and to take advantage of the wealth of career and development opportunities available. 

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Only technical issues will be monitored through the below inbox:

recruiting.support@ imerys.com

PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED. 

To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered. 

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.