Drilling Operator

Sibelco Asia Pte Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial minerals supplier in Preston is seeking a Drilling Operator. The role involves monitoring installations to ensure they operate effectively, conducting quality checks on products, and addressing non-conformities in the production process. Prior experience in a similar role is required, along with a lower degree in high school or equivalent by experience. Join a community committed to growth and innovation within a sustainable workplace.

Qualifications

• Must have a technical understanding of operational installations.
• Experience in monitoring production processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle and adjust installations according to procedures.
• Analyze quality checks of products to meet process requirements.
• Identify non-conformities in production processes.

Skills

Technical English – Read and comprehend

Prior experience in a similar role

Education

Lower degree in high school or equivalent by experience

Job description

Drilling Operator page is loaded## Drilling Operatorlocations: Preston Manortime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: April 13, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: J015382Drilling Operator**Location:**Preston Manor**At Sibelco, we advance life through materials.** For over 150 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in sourcing, transforming, and distributing specialty industrial minerals. Our work powers progress across industries as diverse as glass, ceramics, construction, coatings, polymers, and water purification. Beyond our materials, we’re proud of our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and empowering people from all walks of life to thrive and make a meaningful impact.At Sibelco, we believe building a successful career is a two-way journey. We’re looking for individuals who share our values and vision, just as much as you’re seeking a company that aligns with your aspirations. Together, we can shape the future.**Role Purpose:** Ensure the installations perform the desired operation(s) according to the existing procedures and policies as well as monitor the installations in order to guarantee the delivery of a (semi-)finished product in accordance with the specifications.**Responsibilities:*** Handle and adjust the installations according to the existing procedures and policies. Serves pumps, open and closes taps, etc* Fixes alerts* Analyse and perform multiple quality checks of the respective products in order to meet the requirements of the process.* Identify non-conformities throughout the production process and address other employees to ensure qualitative products* Control the amount of products produced by an installation* Carry out auxiliary tasks to the production process, according to the orientations of the procedures and their superiors* Performs small maintenance activities and assists the maintenance technicians as well as electricians in large maintenance activities* Works in conjunction with weighbridge operators, bagging operators etc when needed to ensure continuous production* Put all relevant production data into the required IT system* Ensure the use of personal protective equipment and take responsibility for its safekeeping and conservation as provided in the safety policy manual**About you:*** Lower degree in high school or equivalent by experience* Prior experience in a similar role* Technical English – Read and comprehend#LI-DNISibelco is more than a workplace—it’s a community that encourages growth, innovation, and collaboration. Here’s what you can look forward to when you join our team:* **Meet Our People:*** **Learn About Our Recruitment Process:*** **Discover Our Sustainability Goals:**We also welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to support you through the selection process.**How to Apply**Follow us on , , and to learn more about life at Sibelco. Submit your application in the **Apply** option.Please note: We do not require agency services as we have a dedicated Global Talent Acquisition Team.