Quarry Operative

Grundon Waste Management Ltd; Thatcham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Health Cash Plan

Discounted Gym Membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

Mobile Phone Discounts

30 Days Annual Leave (inclusive ofBank

Holidays

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Refer a Friend Scheme

Job summary

Grundon Sand & Gravel is seeking a motivated individual to operate a range of mobile plant machinery at our Kennetholme site, with occasional travel to other sites as required. You will perform daily inspections, basic maintenance, and ensure safety and compliance with environmental and company standards.

Ideal candidates hold an NVQ Level 2 in mobile plant operation, possess a Full UK driving licence, and show strong teamwork, communication, and health-and-safety awareness.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent) in mobile plant operation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety.
• Flexible and adaptable with willingness to take on new tasks and overtime.
• Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a range of mobile plant machinery in line with SOPs and risk assessments.
• Carry out daily plant inspections and defect reports; address issues promptly.
• Carry out routine checks and basic maintenance (oil, coolant, etc.).
• Inspect tyres, tracks and battery connections; grease machinery per manufacturer requirements.
• Refuel machinery at end of shift and keep vehicles clean and safe.
• Report incidents and near misses per procedures; wear PPE at all times.

Skills

Mobile plant operation

Communication

Health & Safety

Teamwork

Flexibility

IT skills

Literacy & numeracy

Education

NVQ Level 2 in mobile plant operation

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Hours:06.30-16.30 Monday to Friday

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity where your skills and ideas can make a real impact? At Grundon Sand & Gravel, we are on the lookout for a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our aggregates team based at Kennetholme. Please note as part of this role you will also be required to attend to other company sites as and when needed.

We proudly produce and source high-quality aggregates in a responsible and sustainable way. Your contributions will make a real difference as we work towards our vision to create lasting value as we manage our finite resources.

Reporting into the Quarry Manager, you will play an important role in supporting our mission of leaving a better planet for future generations. You will operate a range of mobile plant machinery safely and efficiently, in line with company procedures and Health & Safety requirements, while ensuring the safety of yourself, colleagues and members of the public.

You will also provide weighbridge cover when required, delivering a consistently high standard of service to both internal and external customers.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health Cash Plan
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Mobile Phone Discounts
• 30 Days Annual Leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme

What will you do

• Safely and competently operate a range of mobile plant machinery in line with company procedures, SOPs and Risk Assessments.
• Complete daily plant inspections and defect reports, ensuring any issues are reported and addressed promptly.
• Carry out routine daily checks and basic maintenance, including checking and topping up oil and coolant levels.
• Inspect tyres, tracks and battery connections, and grease machinery in line with manufacturer requirements.
• Refuel machinery at the end of each shift and keep vehicles clean, tidy and in good working condition.
• Report any incidents and near misses in accordance with company procedures.
• Wear and maintain company uniform and PPE at all times, in line with Health & Safety requirements.
• Provide weighbridge cover when required, delivering a high standard of service to customers and colleagues.
• Visually inspect incoming loads to ensure they meet environmental permit requirements, company acceptance criteria and the details provided on the Waste Transfer Note.
• Be flexible with working hours, including occasional overtime, to support business and quarry operations, and travel to other sites when required.

About you

• NVQ Level 2 (or equivalent experience) in mobile plant operation, with experience operating machinery such as bulldozers, articulated dumpers and loading shovels. Quarrying experience is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a positive, professional and team-focused approach.
• Good understanding of Health & Safety, with a willingness to undertake additional training as required.
• Flexible and adaptable, with a willingness to take on new tasks, additional hours and training, and develop new skills.
• Good literacy, numeracy and IT skills, with a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively in a busy environment while maintaining high standards and supporting the operational needs of the site.
• Willingness to learn and develop an understanding of site planning permissions and environmental permits.
• Proactive approach to continuous improvement, with the confidence to make suggestions and identify opportunities to improve site operations.
• Full UK driving licence

About Grundon Sand & Gravel

Grundon Sand & Gravel is one of the UK’s leading suppliers of sands and aggregates to the building, construction, landscaping, decorative and leisure markets.

We absolutely pride ourselves on excellence - in customer service, in offering new products that benefit our customers, in innovation and technical progress, in delivering advancements in sustainability, and all the while caring about you - our people, and communities in which we operate.

We take great pride in our heritage and our distinctive approach, which is true to our company values.

• Tohaveintegrity
• Tobecaring
• Todeliverexcellence
• TomaintaincurIosity

At Grundon Sand & Gravel, we are dedicated to creating a diverse, equal, and inclusive workplace. We believe great ideas come from everywhere, and we're committed to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, heard, and empowered to thrive.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career within the dynamic worlds of aggregates, this is your opportunity to join us.