Quarry Operative

Breedon Group plc; Bristol; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Holiday Buy Scheme

Contributory Pension Scheme

Volunteer Scheme

Share Save Scheme

Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Patern…

Health & Wellbeing Programme

Discount Scheme

Digital GP

Broad learning opportunities, training

Job summary

Breedon Group plc is seeking a Quarry Operative for Freemans Quarry in Bristol. You will report to the Quarry Manager and contribute to safe, efficient site operations.

The role involves housekeeping, PPE usage, plant inspections, and supporting maintenance activities, with opportunities to train in heavy mobile plant and advance within the quarry team.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current driving licence.
• Licence for heavy mobile plant is preferred but training can be provided.
• Able to work on your own or as part of a team; flexible working patterns.
• Willingness to learn and be a good communicator.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the quarry site to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.
• Follow all health, safety, environmental and quality procedures, promoting a strong safety culture.
• Wear and use the appropriate PPE at all times.
• Carry out pre-start checks and daily inspections on mobile plant and equipment.
• Complete inspection records accurately and report any defects or issues to site management promptly.
• Support planned and reactive maintenance activities, working closely with the maintenance team when required.
• Operate quarry mobile plant and equipment safely and effectively, in line with training and authorisation.
• Work collaboratively as part of the quarry team, supporting colleagues and undertaking other reasonable duties to help achieve site objectives.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of site performance, safety and operational standards.

Skills

Driving licence

Heavy mobile plant licence

Teamwork

Flexible working

Willingness to learn

Good communication

Job description

Quarry Operative

Department: Operations and Maintenance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Freemans Quarry, Bristol

Description

We are currently seeking Quarry Operative to join our team at Freemans Quarry, Bristol. This role will report directly to the Quarry Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain high standards of housekeeping across the quarry site to ensure a safe and efficient working environment.
• Follow all health, safety, environmental and quality procedures, promoting a strong safety culture.
• Wear and use the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Carry out pre-start checks and daily inspections on mobile plant and equipment.
• Complete inspection records accurately and report any defects or issues to site management promptly.
• Support planned and reactive maintenance activities, working closely with the maintenance team when required.
• Operate quarry mobile plant and equipment safely and effectively, in line with training and authorisation.
• Work collaboratively as part of the quarry team, supporting colleagues and undertaking other reasonable duties to help achieve site objectives.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of site performance, safety and operational standards.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• The successful candidate must hold a current driving licence.
• A licence for heavy mobile plant is preferred but not essential. Training can be provided for the suitable candidate.
• You will be self-motivated and have the ability to work on your own or as part of a team and be available to work flexible working patterns.
• You will also have a willingness to learn and be a good communicator.

Job Benefits

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Holiday Buy Scheme
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Volunteer Scheme
• Share Save Scheme
• Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Scheme
• Health & Wellbeing Programme
• Discount Scheme
• Digital GP
• Broad learning opportunities, training and career progression pathways