Quarry Operations Engineer

Holcim Supplementary Pension Fund; Shimla district; On-site; INR 3,386,000 - 5,079,000; Full time

Job summary

HOLCIM Group is seeking a Quarry Operations Engineer to manage daily limestone quarry operations at the Azerbaijan plant. The role focuses on safe, efficient extraction, quality control, and alignment with plant production needs.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in bench design, blasting, and resource management, with strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills to support processing teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Mining Eng./Geology/Civil Eng.).
• Minimum 5–7 years in quarry/open-pit mining; 3+ years in supervision/engineering.
• Experience with bench design, blasting, quarry planning, and material quality management.

Responsibilities

• Develop mining strategies to optimize resource extraction and extend quarry life.
• Design and monitor bench geometry for slope stability and safety compliance.
• Interpret block models to align production with resources and plant needs.
• Conduct sampling and quality control to ensure material specs.
• Plan and supervise blasting operations with safety and cost efficiency.
• Utilize QSO Expert, AutoCAD, Surpac to create 3D models and plans.
• Oversee topographic surveys and maintain quarry maps and records.
• Collaborate with processing teams to meet quality and volume targets.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental regulations are followed.
• Train quarry staff on best practices and safety.

Skills

Bench design

Blasting techniques

Block model interpretation

Resource management

Leadership

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering

Geology

Civil Engineering

Tools

QSO Expert

AutoCAD

Surpac

GIS

Job description

Quarry Operations Engineer

Date: Sep 15, 2026

Location: Sahil, AZ, AZ1083

Location: Holcim Azerbaijan Plant

Company: HOLCIM Group

Employment Type: Full-time

Industry: Cement Manufacturing

About The Role

Quarry Operations Engineer to manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of our limestone quarry. The role ensures safe, efficient, and sustainable extraction practices while consistently delivering the required material quality and quantities to support plant production.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement mining strategies to optimize resource extraction and extend quarry life.
• Design and monitor bench geometry to ensure slope stability, efficiency, and compliance with safety standards.
• Manage and interpret block models to align production with geological resources and plant needs.
• Conduct and oversee sampling and quality control to ensure materials meet specifications.
• Plan and supervise blasting operations, ensuring safety, precision, and cost efficiency.
• Use quarry engineering and design software (e.g., QSO Expert, AutoCAD, Surpac, or similar) to prepare 3D models, technical drawings, and operational plans.
• Oversee topographic surveys, maintain accurate maps, and update quarry records.
• Collaborate with processing plant teams to deliver the right material quality and volumes.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations at all times.
• Train and mentor quarry staff on operational best practices.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, Civil Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum 5–7 years in quarry operations or open-pit mining, with at least 3 years in a supervisory/engineering role.
• Technical Knowledge:
  • Bench design and blasting techniques
  • Quarry planning and resource management
  • Block model interpretation and geological analysis
  • Material quality management in cement, aggregate, or construction industries
• Software Proficiency:
  • QSO Expert or equivalent quarry operation software
  • AutoCAD, Surpac, or other 3D modeling/design tools
  • GIS/Topographic survey tools
• Other Skills:
  • Strong analytical and decision-making abilities
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and quarry maps
  • Effective leadership and communication skills

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in quarry engineering design and geological mapping.
• Knowledge of environmental and sustainability practices in mining operations.
• Proven record of coordinating quarry operations with processing plants to meet production targets.

Evaluation Criteria

• Technical competence: Experience with quarry planning, blasting, bench design, and material quality management.
• Software expertise: Hands-on use of QSO Expert (or equivalent quarry software), AutoCAD, and 3D modeling tools.
• Industry alignment: Previous limestone quarry or similar aggregate/cement industry background.
• Leadership qualities: Evidence of managing quarry teams, safety compliance, and training programs.
• Problem-solving: Case studies or examples where the candidate optimized production or resolved quarry challenges.

Skills Checklist

• Mining strategy & bench geometry design
• Block model interpretation & quarry planning
• Sampling & quality control methods
• Blasting operations (design & supervision)
• Topography & survey interpretation
• Proficiency in QSO Expert, AutoCAD, Surpac (or similar tools)
• Quarry operations reporting & documentation
• Health, safety, and environmental compliance knowledge
• Team leadership and cross-department coordination