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Assistant Quarry Manager
July 9, 2021 | Comments Off on Assistant Quarry Manager
We have an exciting opportunity for a Assistant Quarry Manager to work as part of the Business Leadership Team, leading and managing all aspects of production at our Grovebury Quarry operations in Leighton Buzzard. About the role You will lead all operational staff by example and encouragement, to set standards ensuring that they are able to perform their roles to these standards. Elements to the role include: Manage all personnel and ensure that they are trained and developed in line with appraisals and development plans, ensuring that progress is reviewed against agreed targets Ensure sufficient competent staff or contractors are available to cover sickness, shift rotas, and holidays Deal with personnel matters (i.e. Disciplinary, Grievance, Absence Management, Coaching) as required in a professional and confidential manner, seeking advice when required from Human Resources or line management Take on an 8(1)(c) appointment and ensure that all production activities are carried out in accordance with the requirements of all statutory legislation, the Company Health, Safety and Environmental Policies and Safe Systems of Work To have consideration for the health, safety and welfare of all employees, contractors and visitors within the confines of the Company Policy Manage the environmental impact of the activities to the practical minimum with due regard to Company policy & procedures, best practice and legal obligation Monitor and continuously improve operational performance through use of Operational Excellence tools and practices including the involvement in daily site briefs, weekly data review, and monthly performance meetings Manage cost effective operations against the agreed budget, within your control Liaise and co-operate with other managers as necessary and contribute to the overall management of the business and development of the Management Team To agree and review appropriate maintenance standards with the Maintenance Supervisor to ensure that all plant is in a safe condition and subject to planned maintenance, in order to optimise plant output and efficiency within operational budget What will you bring? Understanding of Quarry Regulations, Statutory Health & Safety and Employment legislation Self-motivated, with initiative and a proactive approach Demonstrable experience of a similar or equivalent role Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective working relations with others Detail and results orientated with strong personal values to succeed Understanding of budgets and financial responsibility Be able to plan and prioritise effectively Experience of working as part of a highly functioning team What’s on offer? Competitive Salary, bonus and benefits recognizing the contribution you bring Opportunities for Career Progression both at home and abroad An inclusive and safety focused culture with people at the heart of the business We are committed to building a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age. Why join Aggregate Industries? To be at the heart of construction, we see our people at the forefront of the construction industry, transforming it into a more sustainable future. We employ highly talented, experienced and motivated people from diverse backgrounds. We have industry-leading capability in innovation, enabling us to anticipate and meet the changing needs of our customers. We are committed to developing strong and positive relationships with the communities we live and work in. Holcim has a global footprint with leadership positions in the vast majority of its markets and a diversified portfolio with a good balance between mature and developing markets positioned in highly populated areas. About Aggregate Industries We’re at the front line of the construction and infrastructure industries, producing and supplying an array of construction materials. With over 270 sites and more than 3,900 dedicated employees, we’re home to everything from aggregates, asphalt, ready-mixed concrete and precast concrete products. On top of that, we produce, import and supply construction materials, export aggregates and offer national road surfacing and contracting services. We’re also a proud member of Holcim, which is the leading global building materials and solutions company with around 90,000 employees in over 80 countries. It holds leading positions in all regions with a balanced portfolio of developing and mature markets.