Quarry Operative/Supervisor

Breedon Group; North East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Aviva Pension and Sharesave

Life Assurance

Training and development

Employee assistance programme

Discount platform

Job summary

Breedon Group operates a Quarry Operative/Supervisor role at Low Harperley Quarry in Durham. The role focuses on supporting the Quarry Manager with safe and efficient production and extraction activities, while coordinating with multiple site departments.

Ideal candidates will have experience in the extractive industry, strong safety focus, and the ability to plan and organise work efficiently, maintaining high standards across health and environmental practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in extractive industry and familiarity with quarry processes.
• Strong emphasis on safety, with ability to conduct risk assessments and safety inspections.
• Proven planning, organisational and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist Quarry Manager with safe, efficient operation of the quarry.
• Support production and extraction activities; troubleshoot technical problems.
• Plan and organise day-to-day operations in coordination with site departments.
• Perform risk assessments and safety inspections; demonstrate safety leadership.
• Prepare reports, update records, and handle procurement and budget control.

Job description

Quarry Operative/Supervisor

Department: Operations and Maintenance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Low Harperley Quarry, Durham

Description

At Breedon Group, we pride ourselves on being one of the leading construction materials companies in the UK and Ireland. We are committed to providing innovative solutions and sustainable materials that contribute to building a future that benefits our communities. Our team is driven by integrity, commitment to excellence, and a passion for making a difference in the construction industry.

We are currently seeking an ambitious Quarry Operative/Supervisor to join the team.

The primary duty for this role will be to support the Quarry Manager with the safe and efficient management and operation of the Quarry.

You will support the management of production and extraction activities, troubleshooting technical problems and overseeing planning of day-to-day operations in conjunction with other departments across site.

Key Responsibilities

Safety will comprise a key element of the role. You will also be required to conduct risk assessments and health and safety inspections and to demonstrate leadership in safety.

An important element of the role will involve administrative duties, from writing reports and updating records to procurement and budget control.

An ability to plan and organise work in a time efficient fashion is critical.

The ideal candidate will have background in the extractive industry, be familiar with the extractive process with a strong focus on safety and interpersonal skills.

The Group places the highest importance on sustained standards of excellence in all aspects of Health, Safety and Environmental management and you will be expected to contribute to the Company’s zero harm culture.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Problem Analysis - Ability in pro-actively identifying problems, seeking pertinent data, recognising important information, and identifying possible causes of problems

Compliance - Adherence to company policy and/or procedures. Seeks approval from the correct authority for changes.

Interpersonal Skills -Awareness of other people and environment and own impact on these. Actions indicate a consideration for the feelings and needs of others

Detail Handling - Tolerance for and ability to handle the details and paperwork associated with the job.

Planning and Organising - Ability to establish efficiently an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to achieve a goal.

Work Standards – Sets high, professional work standard consistently.

Job Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an option to purchase additional leave.

Aviva Pension scheme and Sharesave scheme.

Life Assurance.

Comprehensive training and development opportunities.

Employee assistance programme and access to employee benefits platform for discounts on various high street shops and brands.

Compensation We benchmark our salaries to ensure they reflect industry standards and the experience and skills of our team members.