Why to work in
SCHWENK Latvija

Safe Work Environment

It is important for SCHWENK to provide a safe work environment to employees, making sure that after the busy day at work they return to their families safe and sound, therefore health and safety is our first priority. Our aim is zero accidents and we are working every day to attain it. Company constantly evaluates risks, improves work environment and educates employees in safe work practice and creates open, improvement-oriented corporate culture.

Fair Pay

Motivating remuneration system according to the market level. Social guarantees, bonuses and premiums.

Excellent Work Experience

SCHWENK is one of the largest cement manufacturers in Europe with developed research and innovations practice. Employees receive versatile experience exchange, professional improvement and continuing education possibilities.

Dynamic Work Environment

SCHWENK development means improvement and changes. Every employee is welcome to participate in the changes management process and be one of the generators of changes.

Diverse Bonus Package

Health, accident and life insurance, premiums and bonuses. Wide range of support in ensuring healthy lifestyle. Collective agreement that anticipates additional vacation days and holidays, financial support for the parents in purchasing of school supplies etc. We provide smartphone to every SCHWENK employee with paid conversations and internet connection in the territory of Latvia, we organise transport from Riga to Brocēni every weekday. All employees can purchase SCHWENK products with discount and receive interest-free loan. For office employees – reduced working hours on Fridays etc.

Recognition by Others

SCHWENK is one of the reputation leaders in Latvia and TOP 3 Employers in Kurzeme. Evaluating contribution of the company in improving of the work environment, company has received several awards of the Free Trade Union Confederation of Latvia. Ministry of Environmental Protection and Regional Development have awarded us with a special prize for the contribution in the sustainable development of society and region and implementation of the socially responsible business practice. Since 2014 our company have received Family Friendly Business Status from the Ministry of Welfare and platinum category in Sustainability Index of Latvia. Find out more about SCHWENK awards here.