Assistant Quarry Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 10 Medi 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £15.50 yr awr |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 10 Hydref 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | DL17 9EB |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Ashcourt Group |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 288994JCP |
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Assistant Quarry Manager
Location: Bishop Middleham Quarry, DL17 9EB
Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE (£15.50/hr + overtime + performance bonuses)
What You’ll Get:
Competitive hourly rate of £15.50, with overtime and performance bonuses
Annual salary up to £45,000, depending on experience
PPE and workwear provided
Training and development opportunities
A supportive, close-knit team environment
Opportunity to step into a leadership role and grow within a thriving business
Ashcourt Quarries is looking for a capable and committed Assistant Quarry Manager to join our team at Bishop Middleham Quarry. This is a key leadership role supporting the Quarry Manager and Foreman in delivering safe, compliant, and efficient operations across extraction, production, and inert landfill.
If you thrive in a hands-on environment and have a passion for operational excellence, safety, and teamwork—this could be your next career move.
What You’ll Be Doing:
As Quarry Supervisor, you’ll work closely with the Quarry Manager and Foreman to drive daily operations and uphold high standards across the site. Your responsibilities will include:
Supervising activities from extraction at the face to finished product and landfill operations
Conducting daily Reg. 12 inspections, pre-start meetings, and toolbox talks
Leading health & safety briefings and near-miss reporting
Ensuring staff, contractors, and visitors are working safely and compliantly
Liaising with weighbridge and sales teams to support production forecasts
Overseeing maintenance needs and coordinating repairs with the Plant team
Managing staff duties, enforcing PPE and site rules, and maintaining site standards
Acting as the appointed person under Regulation 8(1)(d) of the Quarry Regulations 1999, stepping up in the Quarry Manager’s absence
Supporting statutory inspections (HSE, EA, Durham CC) and helping close out NCRs
Maintaining site records, diaries, and SHEMS updates
Ensuring compliance with planning, permits, and company HSE policies
What You’ll Need:
Experience in a quarry, landfill, or heavy civils environment
Strong working knowledge of HASAWA 1974, Quarry Regulations 1999, PUWER, and other relevant legislation
Confidence leading teams and supervising site-based operations
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Competency (or willingness to obtain) as an appointed 8.1(d) Quarry Supervisor
Desirable (but not essential):
IOSH or NEBOSH qualification
SHE-related training or experience using SHEMS systems
Experience operating or supervising crushers, screeners, or mobile plant
Why Ashcourt?
Ashcourt Group prides itself on producing a quality product and service, something that is reflected in our people. The Group offers employees a range of training and development opportunities alongside providing a welcoming office environment.
Although The Ashcourt Group continues to expand rapidly, we value the fact that we remain a family-run organisation. We provide an excellent opportunity for growth in a fast-paced industry. We value innovation, collaboration, and accountability, and we are committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the application, recruitment, and onboarding processes for candidates that require additional support and/or adjustments to be made. If you are having any difficulty applying, please contact our recruitment team on careers@ashcourt.com
Location: Bishop Middleham Quarry, DL17 9EB
Salary: Up to £45,000 DOE (£15.50/hr + overtime + performance bonuses)
What You’ll Get:
Competitive hourly rate of £15.50, with overtime and performance bonuses
Annual salary up to £45,000, depending on experience
PPE and workwear provided
Training and development opportunities
A supportive, close-knit team environment
Opportunity to step into a leadership role and grow within a thriving business
Ashcourt Quarries is looking for a capable and committed Assistant Quarry Manager to join our team at Bishop Middleham Quarry. This is a key leadership role supporting the Quarry Manager and Foreman in delivering safe, compliant, and efficient operations across extraction, production, and inert landfill.
If you thrive in a hands-on environment and have a passion for operational excellence, safety, and teamwork—this could be your next career move.
What You’ll Be Doing:
As Quarry Supervisor, you’ll work closely with the Quarry Manager and Foreman to drive daily operations and uphold high standards across the site. Your responsibilities will include:
Supervising activities from extraction at the face to finished product and landfill operations
Conducting daily Reg. 12 inspections, pre-start meetings, and toolbox talks
Leading health & safety briefings and near-miss reporting
Ensuring staff, contractors, and visitors are working safely and compliantly
Liaising with weighbridge and sales teams to support production forecasts
Overseeing maintenance needs and coordinating repairs with the Plant team
Managing staff duties, enforcing PPE and site rules, and maintaining site standards
Acting as the appointed person under Regulation 8(1)(d) of the Quarry Regulations 1999, stepping up in the Quarry Manager’s absence
Supporting statutory inspections (HSE, EA, Durham CC) and helping close out NCRs
Maintaining site records, diaries, and SHEMS updates
Ensuring compliance with planning, permits, and company HSE policies
What You’ll Need:
Experience in a quarry, landfill, or heavy civils environment
Strong working knowledge of HASAWA 1974, Quarry Regulations 1999, PUWER, and other relevant legislation
Confidence leading teams and supervising site-based operations
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Competency (or willingness to obtain) as an appointed 8.1(d) Quarry Supervisor
Desirable (but not essential):
IOSH or NEBOSH qualification
SHE-related training or experience using SHEMS systems
Experience operating or supervising crushers, screeners, or mobile plant
Why Ashcourt?
Ashcourt Group prides itself on producing a quality product and service, something that is reflected in our people. The Group offers employees a range of training and development opportunities alongside providing a welcoming office environment.
Although The Ashcourt Group continues to expand rapidly, we value the fact that we remain a family-run organisation. We provide an excellent opportunity for growth in a fast-paced industry. We value innovation, collaboration, and accountability, and we are committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments throughout the application, recruitment, and onboarding processes for candidates that require additional support and/or adjustments to be made. If you are having any difficulty applying, please contact our recruitment team on careers@ashcourt.com