Tarmac Ashbourne, England, United Kingdom
Overview
We are looking for an Operations Manager (Quarry) to oversee two Crushed Rock sites in Derbyshire, Ballidon Quarry and Dene Quarry. This key role is responsible for ensuring all materials and product are safely and efficiently produced and dispatched within expected budgetary constraints to meet or exceed customer requirements. The site is accessible from Ashbourne and surrounding areas including Derby, Nottingham, Sheffield, Stoke-on-Trent, Bakewell, Buxton, Matlock, Chesterfield, Belper, Uttoxeter, Burton upon Trent, Glossop, Ashby-de-la-Zouch and Leicester.
Reporting to the Senior Operations Manager, the role has overall responsibility for the day-to-day safe operation of both quarries with emphasis on meeting production targets, cost containment, safety, health and environmental standards, and employee motivation and management.
Main Responsibilities
* Optimising by monitoring production forecasts and site resources in the most cost-effective way
* Working with the site team to actively seek opportunities for more sustainable ways of working and ensure delivery of strategic initiatives
* Owning site improvement plans and being accountable for delivery against agreed targets
* Delivery of HSE performance for the area
* Contractor management and performance review
* Driving a preventative approach to maintenance and allocating maintenance resources accordingly
* Ensuring sites always have competent managerial cover in line with regulatory legislation
* Developing operational teams and succession plans within sites—leading, coaching and mentoring team members
* Managing investments to ensure they are delivered safely, on time and within budget
* Stock management across the sites and liaison with the supply chain team on sourcing decisions
* Collaboration with customer services and commercial departments to maximise performance through stock management and product opportunities
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will be able to lead multiple operational teams, influence and engage multi-functional teams, and lead by example, preferably within the extraction industry or a similar sector. An understanding of the construction materials business including knowledge of aggregates and asphalt is preferred. Exceptional communication skills and a track record in managing, developing, motivating and inspiring both direct reports and wider teams are essential.
Suitable candidates will demonstrate:
* Ability to manage financial accounts across multiple sites, including budgeting, cost control and cost-benefit analysis
* Understanding of HSE policies, standards and legislation; NEBOSH qualification with relevant NVQ is desirable
* In-depth understanding of Quarries Act 1999 to ensure full compliance
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage conflicting priorities
* Ability to plan, structure and present meetings and briefings
* Well-organised work style with the ability to manage competing priorities and plan ahead
* Analytical approach to monitoring trends and making data-driven decisions
* Critical thinking skills to obtain and evaluate information from the teams across sites for operational decision-making
Why Tarmac
We offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and rewards, including:
* Bonus scheme
* Enhanced holiday entitlement
* Contributory pension scheme
* Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts
* Free and confidential Employee Assistance helpline
* Employee Communities (nine networks) including REACH
* Training and development opportunities
To apply, please click the apply button. Tarmac, a CRH company, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive work environment.
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