Quarry Operations Leader: Shape Reserves & Expansion

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

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