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At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ matters.  We want to get to know you.  If you share our values and are proud of a job well done, collaborative in working well with others and ambitious to make things better, then have a read of what we have on offer. 

Are you a Site / Unit / Quarry Manager looking for your next role?  Then we may have just the role for you. 

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Quarry Manager to join and lead our friendly team at Tarmac Creigiau Limestone Quarry in South Wales, near Cardiff. This role is easily accessible from Cardiff, Caerphilly, Pontypridd, Merthyr Tydfil, Llantrisant, Pontypool, Newport, Barry, Rhoose, Llantwit Major, Bridgend, Port Talbot and the surrounding areas. 

Here at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds. 

Main ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Operations Manager, the Quarry Manager will manage and be accountable for all quarrying operations on the site. Safety and operational standards are the fundamentals of the role with cost control, people management, delivery to customer needs and performance improvement being key. Managing plant compliance with business policies and procedures and ensuring that legislative compliance is also a strong aspect of the role. 

As Quarry Manager you will also be responsible for: 

Managing, coaching and developing a highly skilled, fit for purpose and extremely motivated team using KPIs to ensure business continuity and reduce business risk 

All aspects of budgetary control for all quarrying operations and producing operational reports 

Effective management of contractors to maximise efficient through daily performance management and reviews 

Maintaining and implementing existing and new, Standard Operating Procedures, risk assessments and training your staff on the same 

Managing and overseeing the safe operation of the Quarry and the planned preventative maintenance of all the site’s equipment 

Ensuring that the plant meets operational and production requirements 

Managing proactively both mandatory training and developmental training of your staff and keep an up-to-date training matrix 

Collating and report on monthly performance KPIs for your business unit for the Area Operations  

Ensuring a one team approach, having buy in from all members of staff to maximise outputs and have clear working goals

The Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate for the role of Quarry Manager will have experience in Quarrying operations or a similar working environment and possess a good understanding of Quarry Regulations 1999 as a Regulation 8.1(c) appointment – we will consider 8.1(d). 

Suitable candidates for the role of Quarry Manager will have: 

Diploma in Quarry Technology/FdSc Extractives Technology (or similar qualification) 

SHE NVQ Level 4 or QCF Level 6 

Knowledge of techniques employed to load extracted minerals and viable options to transport extracted minerals and its applications within the industry. This may include feeding, crushing, screening, washing, separation, classification and beneficiation techniques 

Understanding different methods of winning and extracting raw material 

Full knowledge of Risk Assessments and Safe System of Work Systems 

Working knowledge of production processes, H&S and Environmental policies 

Strong drive for continuous improvement to reduce costs where possible and minimise waste streams through effective monitoring and processing 

Strong IT skills including SAP (preferred) and Word, Excel and PowerPoint 

Ability to multitask and effectively manage change  

Ability to manage staff effectively and empower them to make good decisions 

IOSH/NEBOSH would be advantageous 

Why UsIn addition to the role of Quarry Manager we also offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits including:

Bonus scheme
Enhanced holiday entitlement
Contributory pension scheme
Access to the Tarmac Reward website with discounts on retailers, holidays, etc.
Access to our Employee Assistance helpline for free and confidential advice
Access to join our Employee Communities (employee networks) we currently have nine communities inc.(REACH) Religious, Ethnic, Cultural Heritage, LGBTQ+, Parents & carers, Ability, Wellbeing, Female voice and menopause
Training and development opportunitiesInterested? Why not click here to find out more?  Go on… are you ready to build your future?

Tarmac is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please click on the apply button to complete your application. Occasionally we receive a large volume of applications for our roles and when this happens we sometimes bring the published closing date forward, so please apply promptly to avoid disappointment.

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