Assistant Quarry Manager: Drive Safe, Efficient Quarry Ops

Breedon Group plc; Port Talbot; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave

Bank holidays on top

Business Use Van

Share Saver Scheme

Job summary

Breedon Group plc is seeking an Assistant Quarry Manager for Gilfach Quarry in Neath Port Talbot. Reporting to the Quarry Manager, you will support day-to-day operations, supervise teams and contractors, and help ensure safety, quality, and efficiency across blasting, crushing, screening, and stockpiling activities.

You will be responsible for maintaining records, assisting with budgets, and contributing to long-term quarry development and rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 4/5 in Health, Safety & Environmental Management.
• Degree or diploma in Quarry Management, Mining Engineering, Geology, or a related field.
• Valid UK driving license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and scheduling of production, including blasting, crushing, screening, and stockpiling to high standards.
• Help oversee quarry operations to meet production targets safely, efficiently, and within budget.
• Participate in quality control procedures to ensure materials meet required standards.
• Monitor and maintain equipment and machinery through preventative maintenance schedules.
• Keep accurate records of materials produced, stock levels, maintenance, and safety incidents.
• Help manage budgets, control costs, and assist with ordering and inventory of consumables and parts.
• Provide input for long-term planning, including quarry development and rehabilitation.
• Supervise and coordinate quarry colleagues and contractors, including assigning duties and monitoring performance.

Skills

Health & Safety Leadership

Quarry Management

Leadership / People Management

Communication

Problem Solving

MS Office

Time Management

UK Driving License

Education

NVQ Level 4/5 in Health, Safety & Environmental Management

Degree or diploma in Quarry Management / Mining Engineering / Geology

Tools

Quarry Management Systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Breedon Group plc is seeking an Assistant Quarry Manager for Gilfach Quarry in Neath Port Talbot. Reporting to the Quarry Manager, you will support day-to-day operations, supervise teams and contractors, and help ensure safety, quality, and efficiency across blasting, crushing, screening, and stockpiling activities.

You will be responsible for maintaining records, assisting with budgets, and contributing to long-term quarry development and rehabilitation.