Quarry Operator – Hands-on Outdoors Role with Career Growth

Breedon Group; Coxhoe; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension Scheme

Share Saver Scheme participation

Company Life Assurance Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Breedon Group is seeking a Quarry Operative to join our quarrying team at Raisby Quarry & Concrete Plant, Durham. You will operate heavy plant and equipment, assist in extraction and processing, and carry out routine maintenance, with focus on safety and efficiency in a busy quarry environment.

This hands-on role requires practical outdoor work, reliability, and the ability to work as part of a team. Training and adherence to health, safety and environmental procedures are essential for daily

Qualifications

• Competence in operating plant such as loading shovel, excavator or dumper.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to perform simple maintenance.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile and fixed plant (dump trucks, loading shovels, crushers, screeners) safely and efficiently.
• Assist in extraction, crushing, and processing of raw materials.
• Carry out routine checks, cleaning, and basic maintenance on machinery.
• 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 hazards, defects, or incidents.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Keep the quarry site clean, safe, and organized.
• Assist with site inspections and support operational audits as required.
• Work flexibly across different roles and tasks depending on site needs.

Skills

CPCS/MPQC credentials

Mechanical knowledge

Health & safety awareness

Communication & teamwork

Safety-focused attitude

Outdoor work adaptability

Reliability & punctuality

Flexible / adaptable to tasks

Education

MPQC or NVQ Level 2 in Extractives Operations

First Aid / IOSH Working Safely

Job description

Breedon Group is seeking a Quarry Operative to join our quarrying team at Raisby Quarry & Concrete Plant, Durham. You will operate heavy plant and equipment, assist in extraction and processing, and carry out routine maintenance, with focus on safety and efficiency in a busy quarry environment.

This hands-on role requires practical outdoor work, reliability, and the ability to work as part of a team. Training and adherence to health, safety and environmental procedures are essential for daily