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Quarry Manager

Wareham, Dorset

£50,000 + 10% Bonus

Monday-Friday Days

Benefits:-

• 25 Days Holiday + Banks
• Generous Pension Plan
• Life Assurance
• Income Protection

Our client is a leading industrial process & manufacturing company, with a reputation for product quality which is second to none and industry leading standards. They are looking for a charismatic, driven Quarry Manager to join their expanding team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate daily quarry operations, ensuring efficient planning and contractor management within set budgets.
• Gather operational data and generate management reports and performance indicators (KPIs).
• Ensure all mining and mobile plant activities comply with environmental, health, and safety regulations and company standards.
• Champion a strong safety culture in line with Imerys’ Safety Policy, with a continuous focus on reducing accidents.
• Address and manage team disciplinary and grievance matters professionally.
• Drive continuous improvement by challenging current methods and applying the ICube approach throughout quarry operations.
• Work collaboratively with Geology and Laboratory teams to optimise quarry output and adjust blends to maintain consistent quality and supply.
• Promptly report any issues that may disrupt supply or incur unexpected costs to the Site Manager.

Key Skills & Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience managing open-cast mining with heavy machinery across multiple sites, particularly in industrial minerals like ball clay.
• Hold relevant qualifications (BSc, BTEC HND, or Diploma in Quarry Technology) and NVQ Level 4 in Health, Safety & Environmental Management.
• Strong understanding of UK Quarries Regulations 1999 and a proven record of improving EHS standards in mining and processing.
• Skilled in budgeting, cost control, capital expenditure, and delivering projects to deadlines.
• Experienced in optimising productivity through effective resource and equipment management.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams, including in shift-based environments.
• Deep technical knowledge of geology, mineral processing, quality standards, SPC, and product market applications; Chartered Engineer and professional body member.