Quarry Supervisor

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Wales; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent recruitment agency is seeking a Quarry Supervisor in Wales to support quarry operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities and an NVQ Level 4 in Safety, Health, and Environmental management. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety regulations, conducting site inspections, and leading a team for efficient operations. This permanent role offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays

Market-leading rates of pay

Private medical insurance

Company life assurance scheme

Employee assistance programme

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Compassionate leave pay

Qualifications

• Experience in quarry operations and strong leadership skills.
• Willingness to work towards QCF Level 6.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safe operation of all fixed and mobile plant operations.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and ensure documentation is completed.
• Deliver weekly toolbox talks and daily shift briefings.
• Monitor all extraction and processing work.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Project management capability

Good business and management skills

Strong technical understanding of quarry environments

Knowledge of health and safety issues

Education

Safety, Health and Environmental NVQ Level 4 QCF

Geotechnical Level 4

IOSH or NEBOSH qualification

Job description

Pay: £27,000 to £42,000 per year, DOE plus overtime and benefits>

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: Full time

Disability Confident: Yes

Closing Date: 27/12/2025

About this job

Quarry Supervisor Carmarthenshire | Permanent | Full-time, 47.5 hours overtime | Office and site-based. Introduction Acorn by Synergie is seeking an experienced and proactive Quarry Supervisor to support the client's Quarry Manager in the safe operation of the Quarry, Readymix Plant, and Asphalt Plant.

This role is ideal for a motivated individual with strong leadership skills and technical knowledge who is committed to maintaining safe and efficient operations.

Key Duties

• Ensure the safe operation of all fixed and mobile plant operations in line with the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 and the Quarry Regulations 1999. Support Reg 8.1d or 8.1c responsibilities in the absence of the Quarry Manager, working closely with appointed personnel.
• Maintain high standards of best practice and promote a safe working culture.
• Deliver weekly toolbox talks and daily shift briefings.
• Carry out site inductions for staff, contractors, and visitors, and maintain accurate records.
• Report near hits, unsafe acts, unsafe conditions, and incidents through the company portal.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and ensure documentation is completed.
• Purchase and issue safety workwear and maintain relevant records.
• Ensure a safe system of work is in place for all key tasks.
• Assist the Quarry Manager with site audits, safety committee meetings, accident investigations, and inspections.
• Monitor all extraction and processing work to ensure high standards and efficiency.
• Undertake site inspections and risk assessments in line with safety regulations.
• Examine materials produced to maintain product quality.
• Assess equipment and material levels and order items as required.
• Operate and maintain the Integrated Management System for SHE controls.
• Carry out root cause analysis on breakdowns to prevent recurrence.
• Assist in managing the site P&L within budget control.
• Support delivery of OEE and KPI targets.
• Operate mobile plant where required, including ADT dump truck, loading shovel, fuel bowser, and water bowser.
• Safely operate fixed and mobile plant, complete weekly inspections of documentation, and sign off action defects.

Requirements

• Safety, Health and Environmental NVQ Level 4 QCF.
• Willingness to work towards QCF Level 6.
• Geotechnical Level 4.
• IOSH or NEBOSH qualification.
• Strong technical understanding of quarry environments and extraction systems.
• Good business and management skills.
• Project management capability.
• Leadership qualities and team-building skills.
• Knowledge of health and safety issues in practical working environments.

What We Offer

• Permanent full-time role contracted to 47.5 hours plus overtime rates.
• 23 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Market‑leading rates of pay.
• Scottish Widows pension scheme (T&Cs apply).
• Private medical insurance.
• Company life assurance scheme (T&Cs apply).
• Employee assistance programme.
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
• Compassionate leave pay.
• Refer a Friend scheme.

Interested?
Apply now to join the team.

Acorn by Synergie acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme.