Processing Site Supervisor

Recruitment Helpline; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

31 days holiday

Mobile phone provided

Job summary

Recruitment Helpline Ltd. is seeking an experienced Processing Shift Supervisor for a 24/7 quarry operation at Hemerdon Mine, Plymouth, Devon.

You will oversee the ore processing function, supervise personnel, coordinate plant operations, and ensure safety and contractual performance on a day-to-day basis. The role requires hands-on experience in washing, crushing and screening, plus RAMS completion and site supervision.

Qualifications

• Proven supervision experience in crushing/screening/washing environments.
• RAMS knowledge and site supervision experience.
• Strong understanding of plant operations and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day ore processing operations on site.
• Coordinate plant operations and personnel to meet contractual targets.
• Liaise with client and quarry management to maximise output and safety.
• Ensure safe systems of work and site compliance.

Skills

CPCS/CSCS cards

SSSTS or SMSTS

Excavator licence

Job description

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Processing Site Supervisor to join a well-established company.

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Salary: Starting Pay of £25.00 Per Hour with overtime (over basic hours) paid at Time and A Half.

Location: Hemerdon Mine, Plymouth PL7.

About the Role

The company is currently recruiting for an additional Processing Shift Supervisor to enter a dynamic and career challenging quarrying environment where you will be able to apply their knowledge and industry experience. We invite you to join the team where you will be predominantly based on the Tungsten West quarry site in Plympton, Devon. Ideally, you will live locally.

About The Company

They are already involved in interesting prestigious projects for example HS2 rail link and multi-million-pound Turnkey projects in the quarrying sector for our blue-chip clients.

Job Purpose

As a Processing Shift Supervisor, (relevant Washing, Crushing and Screening experience is required) you will be responsible for the day-to-day management and performance of the ore processing function on behalf of the company. This includes overseeing personnel, coordinating plant operations, liaising with the client, and ensuring activities are delivered safely, efficiently, and in line with contractual objectives. This role will also involve hands-on operational duties as required.

You MUST BE willing to work on day and night shifts on a 24/7 rota basis, 4 shifts on and 4 periods off (see further details below).

Key Duties (but not limited too)

• Ensure all plant operations are carried out safely and efficiently
• Supervise and coordinate daily site activities and personnel
• Maintain high standards of health, safety, housekeeping, and environmental compliance
• Attend and contribute to site safety meetings and briefings
• Liaise with senior management to maximise operational output and performance.
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with the client and quarry management
• Ensure all contractors on site are compliant with site requirements, documentation, and safe systems of work.
• Report site issues promptly to enable timely resolution
• Complete and maintain accurate daily allocation sheets and production (tonnage) records
• Monitor plant performance and carry out routine inspections to identify defects, undertake minor repairs where appropriate.
• Escalate defects through appropriate reporting systems
• Maintain accurate records, including inventory and activity logs
• Ensure the site is maintained in a clean, safe, and organised condition.

Performance Measures

• Safe and compliant operation of the site
• Achievement of production targets and efficiency levels
• Effective workforce and contractor management
• Accuracy and timeliness of reporting and documentation
• Strong client and stakeholder relationships
• Adherence to programme and contract requirements

Previous Experience

• Proven experience supervising operations within crushing, screening, washing, or batching environments
• Experience in site supervision and completion of RAMS
• Good understanding of plant operations and maintenance
• Knowledge of the construction or quarrying industry
• Awareness of commercial and contractual considerations

Core Skills & Competencies

• CPCS/CSCS cards relevant to crushing/screening operations
• SSSTS or SMSTS
• Excavator/loading shovel licence (desirable but not essential)
• Flexibility with working hours, including overtime where required
• Strong organisational skills
• Effective communicator at all levels
• Excellent time management and ability to work to deadlines
• Proactive problem-solving approach

Additional Info

• Starting pay will be £25.00 an hour, with overtime (over basic hours) paid at Time and A Half. You will be working full-time hours with a standard annual holiday entitlement of 31 days
• You will be provided with a mobile phone, other equipment, and PPE as required for your role
• Due to the nature of the 24-hour Processing Operations, you will work on a rota system of 4 x shifts on and 4 x 24-hour periods off - this will be set in revolving pattern, that ensures fairness for all supervisors
• The rota will include day, night and weekend working. Each shift will be 12 hours long with a 30-minute unpaid meal break totalling 50 hours per week. There will also be 2 short paid breaks during each shift

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need