Assistant Quarry Manager
Location: Bishop Middleham Quarry, DL17 9EB
Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE (£15.50/hr + overtime + performance bonuses)
What You'll Get:
* Competitive hourly rate of £15.50, with overtime and performance bonuses
* Annual salary up to £45,000, depending on experience
* PPE and workwear provided
* Training and development opportunities
* A supportive, close-knit team environment
* Opportunity to step into a leadership role and grow within a thriving business
Ashcourt Quarries is looking for a capable and committed Assistant Quarry Manager to join our team at Bishop Middleham Quarry. This is a key leadership role supporting the Quarry Manager and Foreman in delivering safe, compliant, and efficient operations across extraction, production, and inert landfill.
If you thrive in a hands-on environment and have a passion for operational excellence, safety, and teamwork—this could be your next career move.
What You'll Be Doing:
As Quarry Supervisor, you'll work closely with the Quarry Manager and Foreman to drive daily operations and uphold high standards across the site. Your responsibilities will include:
* Supervising activities from extraction at the face to finished product and landfill operations
* Conducting daily Reg. 12 inspections, pre-start meetings, and toolbox talks
* Leading health & safety briefings and near-miss reporting
* Ensuring staff, contractors, and visitors are working safely and compliantly
* Liaising with weighbridge and sales teams to support production forecasts
* Overseeing maintenance needs and coordinating repairs with the Plant team
* Managing staff duties, enforcing PPE and site rules, and maintaining site standards
* Acting as the appointed person under Regulation 8(1)(d) of the Quarry Regulations 1999, stepping up in the Quarry Manager's absence
* Supporting statutory inspections (HSE, EA, Durham CC) and helping close out NCRs
* Maintaining site records, diaries, and SHEMS updates
* Ensuring compliance with planning, permits, and company HSE policies
What You'll Need:
* Experience in a quarry, landfill, or heavy civils environment
* Strong working knowledge of HASAWA 1974, Quarry Regulations 1999, PUWER, and other relevant legislation
* Confidence leading teams and supervising site-based operations
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Competency (or willingness to obtain) as an appointed 8.1(d) Quarry Supervisor
Desirable (but not essential):
* IOSH or NEBOSH qualification
* SHE-related training or experience using SHEMS systems
* Experience operating or supervising crushers, screeners, or mobile plant
Why Ashcourt?
Ashcourt Group prides itself on producing a quality product and service, something that is reflected in our people. The Group offers employees a range of training and development opportunities alongside providing a welcoming office environment.
Although The Ashcourt Group continues to expand rapidly, we value the fact that we remain a family-run organisation. We provide an excellent opportunity for growth in a fast-paced industry. We value innovation, collaboration, and accountability, and we are committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the application, recruitment, and onboarding processes for candidates that require additional support and/or adjustments to be made. If you are having any difficulty applying, please contact our recruitment team on