About Us
For over a century, Hillhouse Group has been supplying top-quality quarry materials across Scotland.
Founded in 1907 at Hillhouse Quarry near Troon, Ayrshire, this family-run business has built its reputation on high standards, reliable service and long-term commitment to its people and its customers. Nearly 120 years of continuous investment in plant, equipment and expertise have laid the foundations for its continued success.
Today, Hillhouse Group employs around 400 staff across 11 sites nationwide, each playing a vital role in the delivery of materials, products and services across the country.
Materials and Expertise
The sites supply asphalt, aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, concrete products and recycled materials.
In addition, Hillhouse Group offers road surfacing, highway maintenance, civil engineering, and operated plant hire services.
This broad mix of products and services, combined with high-capacity output and strong geographic coverage, makes Hillhouse Group a trusted partner for both public and private sector clients.
The company has delivered on a wide range of major infrastructure schemes while continuing to serve its long-standing customer base. A standout example is the M8, M73, M74 Motorway Improvement Project, where Hillhouse Group was selected as the sole supplier of asphalt and bituminous materials. The project demanded exceptional scale and precision and Hillhouse delivered, meeting complex logistical requirements without compromise.
Our Commitment
At Hillhouse Group, we believe a successful business starts with a supported team. We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued and able to thrive.
As a long-established, family-run company, we take pride in treating our people as more than just employees, we invest in them, back their ambitions, and celebrate their achievements.
Whether you’re starting your career or bringing years of experience, we want you to feel part of something that matters. At Hillhouse, hard work is recognised, potential is nurtured, and opportunities are built to last.
Mineral Products, An Industry Overview
Mineral products don’t just support the economy, they shape it.
As one of the UK’s most important primary producers, the mineral products industry plays a critical role in a wide range of sectors. It’s the largest supplier to the construction industry, with materials that are essential for everything from housing and commercial development to transport, energy and water infrastructure.
Beyond construction, industrial minerals like silica sand, lime and clay are vital to processes such as glassmaking, steel production, ceramics, environmental protection, agriculture and even pharmaceuticals.
From the roads we travel to the homes we live in and the utilities we depend on, mineral products are the foundation of modern life in the UK, powering progress in ways most people rarely see.
A Cornerstone of British Manufacturing
The mineral products sector is the unsung engine behind the UK’s built environment.
From aggregates and asphalt to cement, concrete, mortar, lime, silica sand and stone, it delivers the raw materials that underpin almost every part of the economy. In total, around 419 million tonnes of these essential products are supplied across the UK each year.
That’s 1.7 million tonnes moving through the supply chain every working day, making it the largest flow of material in the entire economy. No other sector comes close.
With a workforce of over 80,000 people and an annual contribution of £22 billion, the mineral products industry is one of the country’s largest and most vital manufacturing sectors.
More information on the Mineral Products industry can be found at the Mineral Products Association website.
A Diverse and Inclusive Sector
It’s not all hard hats and heavy machinery.
Across the UK, over 80,000 people are employed in roles that span everything from site operations to environmental planning, technical services, and logistics. It’s a sector built on variety, not just in the work itself, but in the people who make it happen.
Diversity and inclusion are increasingly seen as essential to long-term success. By bringing together individuals with different backgrounds and experiences, the industry fosters new ideas, stronger teamwork, and a more respectful culture.
Many major clients now expect the businesses they work with to demonstrate clear commitments to equality and inclusion. It’s not a trend, it’s a reflection of the values that shape a modern, responsible industry.
Some images on this website, particularly in our recruitment section, have been thoughtfully created using AI where suitable photographs were unavailable. This helps us reflect the personal, human touch behind every role.