Quarry Manager

  • Permanent
  • Throckley, Tyne and Wear
  • Posted: 15th July 2026
  • Salary: £50000.00 - £55000.00 per annum + Excellent benefits
  • Duration:
  • Reference: BBBH17468
  • Industry:
  • Location: Throckley, Tyne and Wear
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Skills:

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a strategically important quarry with long-term mineral reserves, planned quarry expansion projects and significant future capital investment. Working closely with the Regional Operations team, Mineral Surveyors, Geologists, Engineering and CAPEX Project teams, you’ll play a key role in shaping future extraction strategies, optimising mineral reserves and delivering major investment projects that will support the site’s long-term growth.

If you’re looking for a role where you can genuinely influence the future of an operation, not simply maintain the status quo. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business committed to investing in its people, sites and assets.

What’s in it for you as Quarry Manager

  • £50,000-£55,000 basic salary
  • Up to 20% pension contribution
  • Share Save Scheme
  • Enhanced annual leave
  • Life Assurance
  • Ongoing professional development and career progression
  • Monday-Friday days

Candidates are encouraged to apply from any mineral extraction background, including Aggregates, Sand & Gravel, Hard Rock, Limestone, Clay, Industrial Minerals, Cement Raw Materials, Asphalt or Recycling.

The Quarry Manager Role

  • Lead all quarry operations with safety as the number one priority.
  • Drive operational performance, productivity and cost control.
  • Work alongside Mineral Surveyors and Geologists to maximise reserves and optimise extraction plans.
  • Support future quarry development, expansion and CAPEX projects.
  • Lead and develop operational teams and contractors.
  • Ensure compliance with Quarries Regulations, SHEQ and environmental legislation.
  • Deliver continuous improvement initiatives across the operation.

What you need to apply as Quarry Manager

  • Experience within the mineral extraction industry.
  • Quarry Manager, Assistant Quarry Manager or Senior Quarry Supervisor background.
  • 8.1c or 8.1d Quarry Manager competency (or equivalent).
  • Relevant health & safety qualifications such as MPQC, QCF/NVQ, IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent.
  • Strong leadership skills with a passion for operational excellence and safety.

PLEASE APPLY NOW!

 
 

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