Aggregates Leadership Trainee: Quarry Operations

Heidelberg Materials; Eagle Lake (ME); On-site; USD 75,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

401(k) plan with company match

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials North America offers a program for graduating seniors in Mining, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or Business Management to develop leadership and operations management skills.

You will work on daily aggregate production, learn mine planning and safety, and participate in projects alongside experienced managers, with hands-on training and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduating seniors with a degree in Mining, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or Business Management OR current internal employees with basic industry knowledge, pursuing leadership roles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment and demonstrate flexibility.
• Commitment to safety and environmental standards.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a defined program where you can apply your knowledge, experience, and education.
• Assist in managing daily operations of aggregate production.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations, as well as company policies and procedures.
• Engage in special projects that vary in scope and size, working alongside some of the industry’s best and brightest managers.
• Learn all aspects of managing a quarry or sand & gravel operation, including Mine Planning, Operations Optimization, Quality Control, Sales, Maintenance, Operating Heavy Equipment, Safety, and more.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Education

Mining Engineering degree

Civil Engineering degree

Mechanical Engineering degree

Electrical Engineering degree

Business Management degree

Job description

Heidelberg Materials North America offers a program for graduating seniors in Mining, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or Business Management to develop leadership and operations management skills.

You will work on daily aggregate production, learn mine planning and safety, and participate in projects alongside experienced managers, with hands-on training and growth opportunities.