The Role
Supports the Quarry Manager in safely and efficiently managing quarry operations. Oversees production and extraction activities, resolves technical issues, coordinates daily planning across departments, and leads safety practices. Responsibilities include risk assessments, health and safety inspections, report writing, record maintenance, procurement, budget control, and work organization. The role requires extractive industry knowledge, familiarity with quarry processes, strong safety leadership, problem-solving, interpersonal, compliance, and administrative skills.
Summary Generated by Built In
At Breedon Group, we pride ourselves on being one of the leading construction materials companies in the UK, Ireland and the USA . We are committed to providing innovative solutions and sustainable materials that contribute to building a future that benefits our communities. Our team is driven by integrity, commitment to excellence, and a passion for making a difference in the construction industry.
We are currently seeking a Quarry Supervisor to join the team.
The primary duty for this role will be to support the Quarry Manager with the safe and efficient management and operation of the Quarry.
You will support the management of production and extraction activities, troubleshooting technical problems and overseeing planning of day-to-day operations in conjunction with other departments across site.
Key Responsibilities
Safety will comprise a key element of the role. You will also be required to conduct risk assessments and health and safety inspections and to demonstrate leadership in safety.
An important element of the role will involve administrative duties, from writing reports and updating records to procurement and budget control.
An ability to plan and organise work in a time efficient fashion is critical.
The ideal candidate will have background in the extractive industry, be familiar with the extractive process with a strong focus on safety and interpersonal skills.
The Group places the highest importance on sustained standards of excellence in all aspects of Health, Safety and Environmental management and you will be expected to contribute to the Company’s zero harm culture.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Problem Analysis - Ability in pro-actively identifying problems, seeking pertinent data, recognising important information, and identifying possible causes of problems
Compliance - Adherence to company policy and/or procedures. Seeks approval from the correct authority for changes.
Interpersonal Skills -Awareness of other people and environment and own impact on these. Actions indicate a consideration for the feelings and needs of others
Detail Handling - Tolerance for and ability to handle the details and paperwork associated with the job.
Planning and Organising - Ability to establish efficiently an appropriate course of action for self and/or others to achieve a goal.
Work Standards – Sets high, professional work standard consistently.
Job Benefits
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an option to purchase additional leave.
Aviva Pension scheme and Sharesave scheme.
Life Assurance.
Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
Employee assistance programme and access to employee benefits platform for discounts on various high street shops and brands.
Compensation We benchmark our salaries to ensure they reflect industry standards and the experience and skills of our team members.
Join Breedon Group, where you can be part of a team that is passionate about making a measurable impact in the construction industry. Apply today to take a step towards a fulfilling career with us.
About
Breedon is a leading vertically-integrated construction materials group in Great Britain and Ireland.
Skills Required
- Background in the extractive industry
- Familiarity with extractive processes
- Strong focus on health and safety
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Problem analysis and troubleshooting ability
- Planning and organizing skills
- Ability to handle administrative details and paperwork
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The Company
What We Do
Breedon Group is a leading vertically-integrated international construction materials group operating in Great Britain, Ireland, and the United States. They supply essential building materials—including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete, and asphalt—to a diversified network of customers across infrastructure, housebuilding, and commercial end-markets. Their business model focuses on creating sustainable value through the production and supply of high-quality construction materials and surfacing solutions.
