Application Deadline: 1 March 2026
Department: Operations and Maintenance
Location: Temple Quarry, 26 Ballycarngannon Road, Lisburn, Co. Antrim
Description
**PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT APPLY**
About Us
Breedon is a leading construction and materials group in Ireland and Great Britain with a group turnover of c. £1.6 billion per annum. We operate 2 cement plants, over 100 quarries, 50 asphalt plants, 170 ready-mixed concrete plants, as well as a range of contract surfacing and other essential products to help our customers build the places where we all live, work, and play.
Our People are our passion, by working as One Breedon, with shared goals and a common purpose, we are making a material difference.
We are keeping it simple; we are making it happen, we are striving to improve, we are showing we care.
Overview:
We are currently seeking a Quarry Operative to join our team at Temple Quarry.
As a Quarry Operative, you will be primarily responsible for the safe loading of lorries and stockpile.
What we need from you…
To comply with all Company Health, Safety and Environmental procedures and policies
To operate and monitor equipment in a safe and efficient manner
To perform or assist with preventative maintenance and pre-shift inspections, repair and/ or clean equipment as required
Load lorries and ensure stockpiles are at the correct levels
To support the housekeeping of plant, equipment, and site
To comprehend and complete paperwork associated with this role in a timely and accurate manner
To undertake any other duties within the quarry reasonably requested in support of site operations
What we need from you…
Essential Criteria
Previous knowledge and experience of working with plant and equipment in a construction environment.
Ability to operate mobile plant
Ability to work in a team
Ability to work flexibly to meet business needs – to include early, late and weekend shifts
Ability to multi-task
Desirable Criteria
Knowledge and / or experience of operating within a quarry environment.
Mechanical, hands-on background
Some important information…
33 days per year (including bank holidays)
A tailored, competitive salary
Company pension scheme
Life Assurance Scheme
Holiday buy scheme
1 day per year to volunteer with a charity of your choice (fully paid) and fund-matching up to £200 for charitable events
Make a Material Difference Awards
Employee Assistance Programme providing a wide range of health and wellbeing support 24/7
Enhanced parental leave policy
Option to participate in our ShareSave scheme
Access to our employee benefits platform, giving you discounts on a wide variety of high street shops and brands
Health & Wellbeing Initiatives
Broad learning opportunities, training, and career progression pathways.
Breedon Group is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer