Quarry Operative: Heavy Plant Operator in Outdoor Team

Breedon; Leyburn; Presencial; GBP 21.000 - 27.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Company Pension Scheme

Life Assurance Scheme

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Descripción de la vacante

Breedon Group plc is seeking a Quarry Operative in Leyburn to join our operations team. You will operate heavy plant, support extraction and processing, and ensure adherence to safety and environmental procedures on a busy site.

The role involves outdoor work across shifts and requires reliability, teamwork, and a proactive approach to maintenance and safety. Training and progression opportunities are available within Breedon’s Quarry & Asphalt Plant network.

Formación

• Competence in operating plant or machinery (e.g. loading shovel, excavator, dumper truck).
• Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to perform simple maintenance tasks.
• Understanding of health and safety practices and willingness to follow procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Safety-focused with a responsible attitude.
• Willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated.
• Flexible and able to adapt to different tasks and shift patterns.

Responsabilidades

• Operate mobile and fixed plant (e.g. dump trucks, loading shovels, crushers, screeners) in a safe and efficient manner.
• Assist in the extraction, crushing, and processing of raw materials.
• Carry out routine checks, cleaning, and basic maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Load and unload materials safely for transport or further processing.
• Follow daily work schedules and production instructions from supervisors.
• Conduct regular safety checks and report any hazards, defects, or incidents.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations at all times.
• Keep the quarry site clean, safe, and organised.
• Assist with site inspections and support operational audits as required.
• Work flexibly across different roles and tasks depending on site needs.

Conocimientos

Plant operation

CPCS/MPQC

Mechanical knowledge

Health & safety awareness

Communication & teamwork

Outdoor work

Reliability & punctuality

Flexibility across tasks

Educación

MPQC or NVQ Level 2 in Extractives Operations

First Aid or IOSH Working Safely

Descripción del empleo

Breedon Group plc is seeking a Quarry Operative in Leyburn to join our operations team. You will operate heavy plant, support extraction and processing, and ensure adherence to safety and environmental procedures on a busy site.

The role involves outdoor work across shifts and requires reliability, teamwork, and a proactive approach to maintenance and safety. Training and progression opportunities are available within Breedon’s Quarry & Asphalt Plant network.