Quarry Section Manager — Lead Safety & Performance

Andrews Recruitment Group; Congleton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Company van or similar vehicle

Performance-related bonus

Excellent benefits

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Andrews Recruitment Group is supporting a leading UK aggregates business in recruiting a Section Manager for ourQuarry near Congleton, Cheshire. This role offers day-to-day management of a busy quarry and a clear pathway to senior leadership.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will lead the operational team, drive performance, uphold health and safety standards, manage production planning, and develop the workforce to meet targets and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience managing quarry operations and production processes.
• Strong leadership and ability to motivate teams.
• Commercial awareness with budget management experience.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the quarry.
• Support the Operations Manager in delivering operational, commercial and safety objectives.
• Act as the senior site manager in the Operations Manager's absence.
• Lead, coach and develop a high-performing operational team.
• Drive a positive culture of health, safety and environmental compliance.
• Ensure compliance with Quarry Regulations, company policies and statutory legislation.
• Manage production planning, stock control and operational performance.
• Monitor and report on key operational KPIs.
• Support budget management and cost control initiatives.
• Identify and deliver continuous improvement opportunities across the operation.
• Oversee planned preventative maintenance programmes alongside engineering teams.
• Produce operational reports and management information.
• Carry out incident investigations and implement corrective actions where required.
• Deliver toolbox talks, safety briefings and workforce communications.
• Maintain competency records and ensure mandatory and developmental training is completed.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Health & safety knowledge

Budget management

Communication

Organisational skills

IT skills

Education

Diploma in Quarry Technology

FdSc Extractives Technology

SHE NVQ Level 4

QCF Level 6

IOSH

NEBOSH

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Andrews Recruitment Group is supporting a leading UK aggregates business in recruiting a Section Manager for ourQuarry near Congleton, Cheshire. This role offers day-to-day management of a busy quarry and a clear pathway to senior leadership.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will lead the operational team, drive performance, uphold health and safety standards, manage production planning, and develop the workforce to meet targets and regulatory requirements.