Quarry Manager

E3 Recruitment; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Share Save Scheme

Enhanced annual leave

Pension up to 20%

Job summary

E3 Recruitment is looking for a Quarry Manager to take ownership of a strategically important quarry with long-term mineral reserves, planned expansion, and significant CAPEX investments. You will collaborate with the Regional Operations team, Mineral Surveyors, Geologists, Engineering and CAPEX Project teams to shape extraction strategies and optimise reserves for long-term growth.

The role offers £50,000-£55,000 salary, up to 20% pension, Share Save Scheme, enhanced annual leave, Life

Qualifications

• Experience in mineral extraction and quarry operations.
• Background as Quarry Manager, Assistant Quarry Manager or Senior Quarry Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Lead all quarry operations with safety as the number one priority.
• Drive operational performance, productivity and cost control.
• Work with 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

Operational excellence

Safety focus

Education

MPQC/QCF/NVQ IOSH NEBOSH

8.1c/8.1d Quarry Manager competency

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.