Quarry Operations Lead — Safety, Production & Growth

Breedon Group; Denbigh; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Company Pension Scheme

Share Saver Scheme participation

Company Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts via employee benefits

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Breedon Group plc is seeking an Assistant Quarry Manager at Denbigh Quarry in Wales. Reporting to the Quarry Manager, you will help oversee production activities, ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations, and support the management of colleagues and contractors on site.

This role acts as the on-site Responsible Person in the Quarry Manager's absence, with duties spanning planning, quality control, maintenance, budgeting, and continuous improvement to boost productivity

Qualifications

• Knowledge of quarrying processes and plant operations.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Competence in using quarry management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making ability.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities.
• Valid UK driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and scheduling of production, including blasting crushing, screening and stockpiling to ensure it is carried out to the highest standard.
• Assist the Quarry Manager in overseeing quarry operations to ensure production targets are met safely, efficiently, and within budget.
• Participate in quality control procedures to ensure materials meet required standards and specifications.
• Monitor and maintain equipment and machinery through preventative maintenance schedules to reduce downtime and improve productivity.
• 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 spare parts.
• Provide input for long-term planning, including quarry development and rehabilitation.
• Supervise and coordinate quarry colleagues and contractors, including assigning duties, monitoring performance, and promoting teamwork.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Support the implementation of safety programs and conduct regular inspections and risk assessments, reporting defects.
• Deputise for the Quarry Manager when required.

Skills

Quarry operations

Health and safety regulations

Leadership

Quarry management systems

MS Office

Problem solving

Communication

Time management

UK driving licence

Education

Degree or diploma in Quarry Management / Mining Engineering / Geology

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

Job description

Breedon Group plc is seeking an Assistant Quarry Manager at Denbigh Quarry in Wales. Reporting to the Quarry Manager, you will help oversee production activities, ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental regulations, and support the management of colleagues and contractors on site.

This role acts as the on-site Responsible Person in the Quarry Manager's absence, with duties spanning planning, quality control, maintenance, budgeting, and continuous improvement to boost productivity