LEAD - Cement
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 22, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 5, 2026. Heidelberg Materials UK scores A on the Alion truth index.
Kickstart Your Career in Construction with Heidelberg Materials!
LEAD Location: Padeswood
Salary: £25,084
Earn While You Learn: BSC Industrial Engineering Degree - Wrexham University
End Role of Apprenticeship: Kiln Engineer
Start Date: September 2027
Training to become a Industrial engineer
This apprenticeship offers a structured pathway to becoming a Kiln engineer. You’ll gain hands-on experience across all aspects of our Cement business, supported by expert mentorship and formal training. You’ll develop the technical and professional skills needed for a successful career in the construction industry.
Real Work, Real Experience
You’ll be employed from day one, working alongside experienced professionals on real projects that shape the built environment within our engineering department. You’ll gain practical, hands-on experience in a engineering role.
Structured Learning
Alongside your job, you’ll study part-time with a university. Your learning is directly linked to your role, so you’ll see how theory applies in practice and vice versa.
What You’ll Be Doing
Working alongside the Site Manager, you’ll gain hands-on experience and structured training across key operational areas:
- Health & Safety: Support safety procedures and promote a strong safety culture through reporting and engagement.
- Environmental Management: Assist with permit compliance, resource-saving initiatives, and community liaison activities.
- Quality Assurance: Work with the technical team to maintain product quality and operational efficiency.
- Compliance: Help ensure all activities meet legal and company standards.
- Operations & Production: Contribute to production targets, support plant and machinery management, and drive continuous improvement.
What We’re Looking For
- Education: 80+ UCAS points, 5 GCSEs (Grade 4/C or above) including Maths, English & Science
- Driving Licence: Full UK licence
- Skills: Self-starter, team player, excellent communicator, flexible and proactive
- Status: British citizenship or UK settled status.
Why Join Us?
- Structured Learning & Mentorship: Benefit from a clear development plan and ongoing support from experienced professionals who are committed to helping you grow.
- Global Impact: Be part of a leading international company driving sustainable innovation in the construction industry.
- Hands-On Experience: Gain practical, real-world experience on major projects while learning from industry experts.
- Career Progression: Build a strong foundation for a long-term career in commercial construction, with opportunities to advance within the business.
- Work-Life Balance: 27 days holiday (plus bank holidays),
- Inclusive Culture: Paid volunteering day and active employee communities (LGBTQ+, Women in STEM, Armed Forces, and more)
- Wellbeing and Development: Employee Assistance Programme, retail discounts, and continuous learning opportunities
Application and Process
- Submit your application: Simply apply direct
- Pre-recorded interview: Complete a short online video interview
- Interview and insight day: Attend a short visit to site and a face to face interview, and where you will prepare a 10 minute presentation
- Online assessment: If your application meets the initial criteria, you will be asked to complete an online assessment to test your numerical, problem solving and analytical skills.
Ready to Build Your Future?
Apply now and take the first step toward becoming a qualified Industrial Engineer with Heidelberg Materials.