At Tarmac,
‘who you are’ matters. We want to get to know you. If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer.
We are currently looking for a Quarry Supervisor to join our friendly team based in our Tarmac Thrislington Quarry, Ferryhill, County Durham. As well as Durham, this role is easily accessible if you live in Ferryhill, Spennymoor, Newton Aycliffe, Peterlee, Sedgefield, Darlington, Bishop Auckland, Consett, Hartlepool, Middlesbrough and the surrounding areas.
We’re working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.
Main Responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Section Manager, the Quarry Supervisor will assist in the management of a busy quarry. As Quarry Supervisor you will also be responsible for:
1. Operating mobile crushing and screening plants as well as mobile plant
2. Administrative and compliance duties
3. Using computer systems (Fortek, SAP, Excel and similar platforms)
4. Housekeeping tasks and general maintenance assisting the fitting team
5. Adhering to Health and Safety policies and procedures and encouraging others to do so
6. Supervising a team (Operators, Fitters, Electricians) across both quarry sites
7. Occasional weekend working that will be on a rota basis
8. Work with other Plant Supervisors to ensure the plant is always running to its expected capacity and in line with the manufacturing and production programme
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate for the role of Quarry Supervisor will have previous experience of working within a Quarry and or Asphalt plant environment or similar. Supervisor experience is essential.
Suitable candidates for the role of Quarry Supervisor will also:
9. Have working knowledge of operating/maintaining processing plant including excavators, front end loaders and dump-trucks (experience preferred not essential)
10. Have working knowledge of operating/maintaining fixed and mobile crushing & screening plants (preferred not essential)
11. Possess excellent communication and organisational skills
12. Be able to liaise with stakeholders of varying seniority levels
13. Be able to work both independently and as part of a team, providing the motivation to yourself as well as your team to achieve the site production requirements
14. Be IT literate (ability to use required computer system)
15. Be flexible in their working approach
16. Inspire yourself and your team to progress on both a personal and professional level
Why Tarmac
In addition to the role of Quarry Supervisor we also offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits including:
17. Bonus scheme
18. Enhanced holiday entitlement
19. Contributory pension scheme
20. Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
21. Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
22. 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
23. Training and development opportunities