Quarry Manager

USG Corporation; Little Narrows; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction materials company is seeking a Quarry Manager in Little Narrows, Nova Scotia. This permanent, full-time role involves overseeing gypsum extraction operations while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor's degree in mining engineering and substantial leadership experience. Benefits include competitive salaries, generous vacation, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees and their families.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

4 weeks paid vacation after 1 year

Comprehensive benefits including health and dental

Life insurance

Retirement plan options

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of leadership experience in a mine or quarry.
• Must qualify for federal explosives license certification.
• Maintaining strong safety protocols and culture.

Responsibilities

• Oversee gypsum rock extraction and operations.
• Manage financial performance and budgeting.
• Implement continuous improvement plans for efficiency.

Skills

Leadership experience

Effective communication skills

Digital tools proficiency

Safety behaviors

Education

Bachelor's degree in mining engineering or related field

Job description

Job Opportunity: Quarry Manager – Little Narrows

CGC Inc. is a leading marketer, manufacturer and distributor of gypsum wallboard products, interior finishing material and suspended acoustical ceilings. With locations around the world, CGC and USG have the resources, plants, products, and people to build walls, ceilings, and careers.

CGC Inc. is currently recruiting a Quarry Manager for our quarry operation in Little Narrows, Nova Scotia. This is a permanent, full-time position reporting to the Plant Manager. The Quarry Manager plays a key role in the success of the operation, embracing our core values and creating a safe and productive environment where team members thrive.

Responsibilities

• Oversee extraction of gypsum rock in a continuous operation, including stripping and mining plan, drilling and blasting operations, data management, problem solving etc., ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Display a high level of planning and strategizing to meet plant goals.
• Be accountable for the financial performance of the quarry including budgeting and cost control.
• Using continuous improvement / lean principles, develop and implement plans to improve efficiency and productivity, conducting regular risk assessments and health and safety inspections.
• Build strong working relationships with local communities, government regulators, internal and external stakeholders.
• Hold team members accountable to good safety, quality of work life, attendance and productivity behaviors.
• Inspire, motivate and coach team members to support progression through the established operator rate & training program.
• Actively support company values and initiatives around diversity & inclusion, continuous improvement, training & development, etc.
• Understand that safety is not just a priority, it is what we do.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in mining engineering or a related field is required; P. Eng. Certification is preferred.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience in a mine / quarry or comparable industrial setting is required.
• Effective communication & presentation skills both 1:1 and in a group setting as required for delivering feedback, performance evaluations, training sessions, etc.
• Must qualify to be certified and listed as a Responsible Person for the quarry's federal explosives license.
• Highly proficient in the use of digital tools and platforms.
• Ability to evaluate performance and leverage tools to retain, engage and develop team members.
• A track record of great work performance, attendance, and safety behaviors.

The successful candidate will be subject to pre-employment fitness-for-duty screening.

What We Offer

CGC offers competitive base salaries and cash incentive awards, comprehensive benefits, and financial protection for employees and their families. Our Employee Group Benefits Plan (extended health care and dental care) begins on your first day of work.

4 weeks of paid vacation after 1 year of service.

Extended health care (including prescription drugs, vision, and paramedical professional services).

Dental care (includes both preventative care and major dental work).

Short-term and long-term disability coverage.

Life insurance.

Retirement plan - contributory defined benefit plan.

Investment plan - defined contribution plan with options to contribute to a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and/or a non-registered savings plan.

Incentive Plan - cash payments based on target achievement are earned quarterly or annually, depending upon the plan.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Wellness Program offers fitness club memberships at a special reduced rate, health coaching, nutrition support, smoking cessation services, and much more.

Rewards and Recognition Program.

We understand the importance of balancing work and your personal life and will help you make your best contribution in both.

At CGC Inc. we go the distance to provide The Better Way. Delivering building solutions for customers worldwide is our goal. Relationships are our foundation. Integrity, Dependability and Innovation are the standards by which we live.

CGC Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting diversity of thought, ideas, perspective and people. We create an inclusive environment that attracts, retains and values people of all backgrounds by treating all people in a way that allows them to maintain their dignity and independence through inclusion, integration and equal opportunity. We are committed to meeting the needs of those who interact with CGC, Inc. in accordance with Federal and provincial laws. Information regarding applicant accessibility may be found on the Accessibility section of our website.

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