Quarry Supervisor

Tarmac; Hereford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Access to the Tarmac Reward website

Employee Assistance helpline

Employee Communities (REACH)

Training and development opportunities

Job summary

Tarmac is seeking a Quarry Supervisor at Wellington Quarry, Hereford, to lead daily operations, manage a multi-skilled team and ensure safe, productive performance. The role involves coordinating operators, plant maintenance and adherence to safety standards in a fast-paced environment.

Located near Hereford, the role supports working with SAP, Fortek and Excel systems, with a focus on continuous improvement and strong safety leadership within a large national organisation.

Qualifications

• Experience within quarrying, aggregates, mining or heavy industrial processing.
• Experience supervising teams in a production/operational environment.
• Strong understanding of quarry operations and health and safety requirements.
• Regulation 8.1(c) appointment status (8.1d considered).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to lead from the front and drive operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate Operators, Fitters and Electricians across the site.
• Support the safe and efficient operation of mobile crushing and screening plants and other mobile equipment.
• Work with Plant Supervisors to maximise plant availability, performance and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental standards at all times.
• Complete administrative and compliance-related activities accurately and efficiently.
• Use SAP, Fortek, Excel and similar platforms in daily workflows.
• Support general plant maintenance and housekeeping activities.
• Encourage a strong safety culture and lead by example.

Skills

Team leadership

Safety awareness

Communication

Problem solving

IT literacy

Flexibility

Tools

SAP

Fortek

Excel

Job description

Quarry Supervisor

Wellington Sand & Gravel Quarry, Hereford

Lead Operations. Drive Performance. Shape the Future.Are you an experienced quarrying professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced production environment where safety, teamwork and operational excellence come first?

Job Introduction

Quarry Supervisor

Wellington Sand & Gravel Quarry, Hereford

Lead Operations. Drive Performance. Shape the Future.Are you an experienced quarrying professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career? Do you thrive in a fast‑paced production environment where safety, teamwork and operational excellence come first?

We're looking for a Quarry Supervisor to join our team at Wellington Quarry in Hereford where you'll play a key role in overseeing daily operations, leading a skilled team, and ensuring our quarry continues to operate safely, efficiently and productively.

If you want the opportunity to work with a leading UK construction materials business taking ownership of day-to-day quarry operations and site performance, leading and developing a multi-skilled team then this is the role for you.

What You'll Be Doing

As Quarry Supervisor you'll be responsible for supporting the management of a busy sand and gravel operation, ensuring production targets are achieved safely and efficiently while maintaining the highest operational standards. Your responsibilities will also include:

• Supervising and coordinating Operators, Fitters and Electricians across the site
• Supporting the safe and efficient operation of mobile crushing and screening plants along with other mobile plant equipment
• Working closely with other Plant Supervisors to maximise plant availability, performance and productivity
• Ensuring compliance with health, safety and environmental standards at all times
• Completing administrative and compliance-related activities accurately and efficiently
• Using operational systems including SAP, Fortek, Excel and similar platforms
• Supporting general plant maintenance and housekeeping activities
• Encouraging a strong safety culture and leading by example

What We're Looking For

We're keen to hear from candidates who have experience within quarrying, aggregates, asphalt, mining, recycling or other heavy manufacturing / industrial processing environment.

Suitable candidates will have experience effectively supervising teams within a production or operational environment. You will also have:

• A strong understanding of quarry operations and associated health and safety requirements
• Regulation 8.1(c) appointment status (8.1d will be considered) with the desire and capability to progress
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Confidence building relationships with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels
• Ability and passion to inspire your team, drive operational performance and create an environment where everyone can succeed
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to continuous improvement
• Good IT skills and experience using operational systems
• Flexible, hands‑on approach with the ability to lead from the front
• Experience operating or maintaining Excavators, Front‑end loaders, Dump trucks and Fixed and mobile crushing and screening plants (advantageous)

Located near Hereford, this role is easily commutable from Worcester, Gloucester, Cheltenham, Ledbury, Ludlow, Malvern, Kidderminster, Tenbury Wells, Monmouth, Ross-on-Wye, Cinderford and surrounding areas.

Why Tarmac

At Tarmac, we want to get to know you. If you share our values, take pride in a job well done, enjoy collaborating with others and are always looking for ways to improve, we'd love to hear from you.

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and welcoming workplace where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. Whatever your background, experience or career path, you'll find opportunities to develop, grow and make a real impact. Career development opportunities within a large national organisation where you can be part of a business committed to safety, sustainability and continuous improvement.

Join us and help build the future with Tarmac.

We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.

Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry‑leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:

• Bonus scheme
• Enhanced holiday entitlement
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
• Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
• Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc. (REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
• Training and development opportunities

Tarmac is committed to being a Forces‑friendly employer. If you're coming from a military background, we'll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.

We're proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we're here to support you.

Tarmac Trading Limited

Tarmac Trading Limited

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Attached documents

Job Reference tarmac/TP/232604/8048