Assistant Quarry Manager
2 days ago
Stockton-on-Tees
About Holcim We are leaders in supplying innovative, sustainable building solutions to the UK construction industry; building progress for people and the planet. Since 1858, weve helped shape the UK; powering the construction of homes and hospitals, roads and railways, schools and cities alike. Our mission is to make sustainable construction a reality, through purposeful action that tackles real carbon and climate challenges. We are dedicated to helping Britain grow and thrive - by doing the right thing, doing it together, and making a difference. Holcim UK Company Benefits Competitive Salary, plus bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognising the contribution you bring Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety We care about you and your family. Thats why we offer enhanced family benefits, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave . We understand that your personal life and family well-being are just as important as your career, so were committed to supporting you every step of the way. Be part of something bigger with our "Women Empowered - Stronger Together Mentor Program," designed to support, inspire, and uplift women across the business . Free 24/7 remote GP service for you and your household , offering medical advice, prescriptions, referrals, and same-day appointments. Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which bring together employees with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace Staff discounts including special rates for garden landscaping products The Opportunity Were looking for an Assistant Quarry Manager to join our team at Haughmond Hill, Shrewsbury. This is a hard rock quarry producing around 350,000 tonnes per year, with plans to grow youll have a real opportunity to impact the growth of this site and build your career with it. Reporting to the Works Manager, youll partner with another Assistant Quarry Manager to oversee site operations, working a rotating shift pattern (06:0014:00 & 10:0018:00) and acting as 8.1d when required, youll support a site of roughly 20. Providing hands-on leadership across both mobile and fixed plant equipment. This is a great opportunity for someone with quarry management experience, or a supervisor ready to step into management and develop their career in a growing operation. What Youll Be Doing Acting as 8.1d in the absence of the Works Manager, ensuring safe and compliant operations. Supporting the Works Manager to maintain production targets, quality standards, and financial performance. Leading the workforce, including training, development, performance management, and recruitment. Overseeing plant and equipment, both mobile and fixed, ensuring safe operation and effective maintenance. Implementing and monitoring Health & Safety, Environmental, and operational policies on site. Coordinating with processing, distribution, and commercial teams to ensure smooth operations. Investigating incidents, implementing corrective actions, and reporting findings to management. Who You Are Experienced in quarry operations or a supervisor ready to step into management. Knowledgeable of Quarry Regulations, Health & Safety, and operational compliance. Proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented, with excellent planning and organisational skills. A confident leader, able to motivate a team and work hands-on across mobile and fixed plant. Adaptable to shift work, including occasional weekends, and comfortable in a growing operational environment. We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age. TPBN1_UKTJ
