River/Stonemason

River/Stonemason – Honister Slate Mine

Location: Honister Pass, Lake District
Sector: High-end Residential & Commercial Stone Projects

Join a Unique Craft at England’s Last Working Slate Mine

Honister Slate Mine isn’t just a workplace — it’s a piece of living history. As England’s last working slate mine, we produce world-renowned, premium-quality slate using skills passed down through generations. Our slate is used in prestigious residential and commercial projects across the UK, making this an incredible opportunity to learn a rare, highly respected craft.

We are now looking for a motivated, reliable, and hands-on individual to join our friendly production team, manufacturing high-quality roofing slate.

Why This Role Is Special

• Full training in a rare, traditional craft — no previous slate experience required.
• Become part of an industry only a handful of people in the UK work in.
• Work in a spectacular Lake District environment every day.
• Be part of a tight-knit, supportive team that values skill, quality, and pride in craftsmanship.
• Real opportunities to grow your skills and take on more responsibility.

If you are looking for a job that is more than just a job — something meaningful, practical, and uniquely skilled — this could be the perfect fit.

About the Role

As a Roofing Slate Maker, you will learn how to split, cut, and shape slate using traditional techniques. It’s a skilled craft that requires patience, commitment, and attention to detail — but once mastered, it becomes a lifelong skill with real value.

You will:

• Work within a team producing high-end roofing slate.
• Learn specialist slate-making methods from experienced craftsmen.
• Help maintain high production standards and quality control.
• Contribute to the supply of slate used in beautiful buildings across the UK.
• Work in a fast-paced environment where reliability and teamwork matter.

We’re Looking For Someone Who Is:

• Hard-working, enthusiastic, and eager to learn.
• Able to work under pressure while maintaining high standards.
• Positive, helpful, and team-focused.
• Comfortable working with their hands and learning practical skills.
• Self-motivated and able to manage tasks independently.

Experience with slate, stone, carpentry, or woodwork is a bonus, but not essential, as full training is provided.

Requirements

• A valid UK driving licence held for at least two years.
• Willingness to attend a demonstration work day as part of the interview process.
• Good level of physical fitness suitable for hands-on work.

Take the First Step Into a One-of-a-Kind Career

If you want to build a skill that lasts a lifetime, be part of a historic industry, and work in one of the most stunning locations in the UK, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to arrange your trial day and learn more about joining our Stone Masonry team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £13.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• On-site parking

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Keswick CA12 5XN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Work Location: In person