Relief Quarry Supervisor

Tarmac Trading Limited; Elgin; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Enhanced holiday entitlement

Contributory pension scheme

Tarmac Reward discounts

Employee Assistance helpline

Job summary

Tarmac invites applications for a Relief Quarry Supervisor at Cloddach Sand and Gravel Quarry, Elgin. You will lead site teams, supervise operators and maintain high safety and production standards in a busy quarry operation.

Based at Cloddach Quarry, you will operate fixed and mobile plant, support compliance, and drive continuous improvements while collaborating with section managers to meet production targets. This role may involve night shifts and weekend rosters.

Qualifications

• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience is essential.
• Strong communication and organisational skills are required.
• Ability to engage effectively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.
• Confidence working independently and leading teams to achieve targets.
• Good IT skills and experience using operational systems.
• Flexible and proactive approach to work.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and team development.
• Experience operating and maintaining processing plant equipment (advantageous).
• Experience operating and maintaining crushing and screening plant (advantageous).

Responsibilities

• Report to the Section Manager and support safe, efficient quarry operations.
• Supervise and support Operators, Fitters and Electricians on site.
• Operate fixed and mobile plant as required.
• Assist site administration, compliance and reporting activities.
• Use systems such as Fortek, SAP, Excel, Power BI.
• Promote health, safety and environmental standards.
• Assist with maintenance tasks alongside the fitting team.
• Collaborate with other Supervisors to maximize performance.
• Ensure plant and equipment operate safely and align with production plans.
• Occasional night shifts and weekend rota participation.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Flexible mindset

Continuous improvement

Health & safety awareness

Tools

Fortek

SAP

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Relief Quarry Supervisor

Cloddach Sand and Gravel Quarry, Near Inverness (Elgin)Are you an experienced Supervisor looking for your next challenge in a fast-paced quarrying and production environment?Do you thrive on leading teams, driving safe operations and keeping plant performance at its best? If you're a hands‑on leader with experience in quarrying, aggregates, asphalt, heavy plant, manufacturing or industrial operations then we want to hear from you.We're seeking a Relief Quarry Supervisor to play a key role in the day‑to‑day running of our busy quarry operation. This is a varied position that combines people leadership, operational supervision, plant operations, compliance and continuous improvement, offering excellent opportunities to develop your career within a leading construction materials business.

Location: based at Cloddach Sand and Gravel Quarry in Elgin, the role is easily accessible from Inverness, Forres, Kinloss, Lossiemouth and surrounding areas.

What You'll Be Doing

• Report directly to the Section Manager, you'll support the safe and efficient operation of the quarry while leading site teams and ensuring production targets are achieved.
• Supervising and supporting Operators, Fitters and Electricians across the quarry
• Operating fixed and mobile plant as required
• Supporting site administration, compliance and operational reporting activities
• Using systems such as Fortek, SAP, Excel, Power BI and similar platforms
• Promoting and maintaining the highest standards of health, safety and environmental compliance
• Carrying out housekeeping activities and supporting maintenance tasks alongside the fitting team
• Working collaboratively with other Plant Supervisors to maximise operational performance and production output
• Ensuring plant and equipment operate safely, efficiently and in line with production plans
• Participating in occasional night shifts and weekend working as part of a rota

What We're Looking For

• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience (essential)
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to engage effectively with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels
• Confidence working independently and leading teams to achieve operational targets
• Good IT skills and experience using operational systems
• Flexible and proactive approach to work
• Commitment to continuous improvement and team development
• Experience operating and maintaining processing plant equipment including excavators, loading shovels and dump trucks (advantageous)
• Experience operating and maintaining crushing and screening plant (advantageous)
• Health and safety management within an industrial environment

This is an excellent opportunity to take on a varied operational leadership role where no two days are the same. You'll be part of a close‑knit team, working in a business that values safety, teamwork, development and operational excellence, with opportunities to further your career within the industry.

Why Tarmac

At Tarmac, who you are matters. 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 ambitious to make things better, we'd love to hear from you.

We're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive, regardless of background. By bringing together people with different experiences and perspectives, we're building stronger teams and delivering better results for our customers and communities.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.