Quarry Manager

E3 Recruitment; Blaydon on Tyne; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Share Save Scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Life Assurance

Professional development

Job summary

E3 Recruitment is seeking a Quarry Manager to take ownership of a strategically important quarry, overseeing safety, production, and expansion plans. You will work with Regional Operations, Mineral Surveyors, Geologists and CAPEX teams to maximise reserves and deliver major investment projects that support long-term growth.

This is a role for a proven leader with experience in mineral extraction, MPQC/NEBOSH or equivalent, and a track record of continuous improvement, regulatory compliance, and

Qualifications

• Experience in the mineral extraction industry.
• Quarry Manager competency 8.1c/8.1d (or equivalent).
• Health & safety qualifications such as MPQC, QCF/NVQ, IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead all quarry operations with safety as the number one priority.
• Drive operational performance, productivity and cost control.
• Work alongside Mineral Surveyors and Geologists to maximise reserves and optimise extraction plans.
• Support future quarry development, expansion and CAPEX projects.
• Lead and develop operational teams and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with Quarries Regulations, SHEQ and environmental legislation.
• Deliver continuous improvement initiatives across the operation.

Skills

Leadership

Safety culture

Operational excellence

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

MPQC / NEBOSH / IOSH

Job description

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a strategically important quarry with long-term mineral reserves, planned quarry expansion projects and significant future capital investment.Working closely with the Regional Operations team, Mineral Surveyors, Geologists, Engineering and CAPEX Project teams, you'll play a key role in shaping future extraction strategies, optimising mineral reserves and delivering major investment projects that will support the site's long-term growth.

If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely influence the future of an operation, not simply maintain the status quo.This is an excellent opportunity to join a business committed to investing in its people, sites and assets.

What's in it for you as Quarry Manager

• £50,000-£55,000 basic salary
• Up to 20% pension contribution
• Share Save Scheme
• Enhanced annual leave
• Life Assurance
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• Monday-Friday days

Candidates are encouraged to apply from any mineral extraction background, including Aggregates, Sand & Gravel, Hard Rock, Limestone, Clay, Industrial Minerals, Cement Raw Materials, Asphalt or Recycling.

The Quarry Manager Role

• Lead all quarry operations with safety as the number one priority.
• Drive operational performance, productivity and cost control.
• Work alongside Mineral Surveyors and Geologists to maximise reserves and optimise extraction plans.
• Support future quarry development, expansion and CAPEX projects.
• Lead and develop operational teams and contractors.
• Ensure compliance with Quarries Regulations, SHEQ and environmental legislation.
• Deliver continuous improvement initiatives across the operation.

What you need to apply as Quarry Manager

• Experience within the mineral extraction industry.
• Quarry Manager, Assistant Quarry Manager or Senior Quarry Supervisor background.
• 8.1c or 8.1d Quarry Manager competency (or equivalent).
• Relevant health & safety qualifications such as MPQC, QCF/NVQ, IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent.
• Strong leadership skills with a passion for operational excellence and safety.