Job Description
Assistant Quarry Manager
Department: Operations and Maintenance
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Freemans Quarry, Bristol
Description
As an Assistant Quarry Manager based at Freemans Quarry Bristol, you enjoy working in a 'hands on' position supporting the Quarry Manager in efficiently managing a busy Quarry alongside a close-knit group of colleagues.
As an Assistant to the Quarry Manager, you will take an active role in supervising all day-to-day operations whilst working towards the timely and cost-effective production of all materials produced on site. From monitoring plant condition and performance to ensuring effective use of maintenance services, through preventative maintenance schedules, to safeguard the sites ongoing capability; each day is guaranteed to be different.
At Breedon, we believe in providing opportunities for learning and development to all employees; leading to future progression if this aligns with our employee's career aspirations.
Key Responsibilities
As our next Assistant Quarry Manager, you'll be responsible for certifying the Quarry is run in line with the operating licence, through statutory procedure checks and reporting. You will place high importance on safety programmes and be key in driving forwards our standards of excellence in all aspects of Health, Safety and Environmental Management.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
* Previous Management experience (essential)
* NVQ in HSE Quarry Management Level 4 (or equivalent) (desirable but not essential)
* Geotechnical Level 4 (desirable but not essential)
* An understanding of Quarry Regs & ACOP
* An understanding/working towards IOSH or Supervising Safety
* Flexible, proactive approach to establish high standards of work performance
* Sound knowledge of blasting operations, crushing & screening and maintenance activities
* Ability to plan, organise and oversee multiple operations
* Effective communication & problem-solving skills
* A valid UK Driving License
Job Benefits
- 25 days Annual Leave plus bank holidays
- Enhanced Employer Pension Contributions
- Sharesave Scheme
- Group Life Assurance
- Company Sick Pay
- Training & Development Opportunities
- Employee Assistance Programme