Quarry Operator: Hands-On Extraction & Plant Operations

Breedon Group plc; Naunton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

25 days annual leave, plus bank hols

Share Save Scheme participation

Company Life Assurance Scheme

Digital GP

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts on products

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Breedon Group plc is seeking a Quarry Operative at Naunton Quarry, Gloucestershire. You will operate mobile and fixed plant, assist in extraction and processing, perform routine checks, and maintain a safe, efficient site environment. The role offers team-based outdoor work in a busy quarry setting.

The position emphasizes practical, hands-on work, reliability, and the ability to adapt across tasks, with training and progression opportunities within Breedon Group's quarry operations.

Qualifications

• Competence in operating plant or machinery (e.g., loading shovel, excavator, dumper truck).
• Basic mechanical knowledge with simple maintenance skills.
• Commitment to health and safety procedures.
• Good communication and teamwork.
• Willing to work outdoors in all weather.
• Reliable, punctual and self-motivated.
• Flexible for shift patterns.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile and fixed plant safely and efficiently.
• Assist in extraction, crushing and processing of materials.
• Conduct routine checks and basic maintenance on machinery.
• Load and unload materials for transport or processing.
• Follow daily work schedules and supervisor instructions.
• Perform safety checks and report hazards.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regs.
• Keep site clean, safe and organised.
• Support with site inspections and audits.
• Be flexible across different tasks as site needs change.

Skills

Plant operation

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Shifts flexibility

Maintenance basics

Tools

Dumper truck

Excavator

Job description

Breedon Group plc is seeking a Quarry Operative at Naunton Quarry, Gloucestershire. You will operate mobile and fixed plant, assist in extraction and processing, perform routine checks, and maintain a safe, efficient site environment. The role offers team-based outdoor work in a busy quarry setting.

The position emphasizes practical, hands-on work, reliability, and the ability to adapt across tasks, with training and progression opportunities within Breedon Group's quarry operations.