Lead Quarry Plant Operator - Hands-On Leadership

McCarthy Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 39,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Lead Plant Operator to oversee day-to-day operations in a quarry environment. This permanent, full-time role in St Helens involves managing aggregate processing, material movements, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in quarrying, strong leadership skills, and the ability to operate loading shovels or excavators. This opportunity offers a competitive salary of £38,500 and a stable work environment within a supportive team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Supportive management

Stable work environment

Qualifications

• Experienced plant or site operator with background in quarrying or heavy industrial environments.
• Proven ability to lead by example and coordinate small teams.
• Confident working outdoors in a practical, hands-on role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support daily quarry operations, ensuring safe and efficient workflows.
• Oversee material movements and machine utilization.
• Operate mobile plant including loading shovels or excavators.

Skills

Operating loading shovels

Operating excavators

Leadership

Health & safety awareness

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking a skilled Lead Plant Operator to oversee day-to-day operations in a quarry environment. This permanent, full-time role in St Helens involves managing aggregate processing, material movements, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have experience in quarrying, strong leadership skills, and the ability to operate loading shovels or excavators. This opportunity offers a competitive salary of £38,500 and a stable work environment within a supportive team.