Job description:
At Tarmac, lsquo;who you are rsquo; 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 Operations Manager to join and lead our friendly team at Tarmac Barrasford Quarry and Asphalt Plant, in Hexham, Northumberland. As well as Hexham this site is easily accessible from Newcastle upon Tyne, North Shields, Consett, Morpeth and the surrounding areas. Here at Tarmac, we are working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it rsquo;s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds. Main ResponsibilitiesReporting to the Senior Operations Manager, the Operations Manager will manage and be accountable for all quarrying and asphalt plant 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 Operations Manager you will also be responsible for: Managing, coaching and developing a highly skilled, fit for purpose and extremely motivated team to ensure business continuity and reduce business risk Understanding different methods of winning and extracting raw material Knowledge of techniques employed to load extracted minerals and viable options to transport extracted minerals and its applications within the industry, including feeding, crushing, screening, washing, separation, classification and beneficiation techniques Understanding Quarry Regulations 1999 enabling a Regulation 8.1(c) appointment All aspects of budgetary control for all quarrying operations and producing operational reports 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 Asphalt Plant and the planned preventative maintenance of all the site rsquo;s equipment Ensuring that the plant meets operational and production requirements whilst maintaining the equipment to a high standard. Issuing of safety briefings and toolbox talks to your operational team. Reporting and investigating any unsafe or hazardous working practices 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 Manager and driving operational performance through KPIsThe Operations Manager position is primarily a Monday to Friday role however flexibility is key, with the expectation to work hours necessary to fulfil the required duties. The Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate for the role of Operations Manager will already possess experience and knowledge of quarrying operations or similar heavy industry environment and will be 8.1c appointed (will consider 8.1d). You will also have Diploma in Quarry Technology/FdSc Extractives Technology or similar qualification. Suitable candidates for the role of Operations Manager will possess: Quarry Regulations 1999 - 8.1(c) Working knowledge of production processes, H S and Environmental policies Strong IT skills including a high level of competence with SAP (preferred) and the Microsoft packages ndash; Word, Excel and PowerPoint Ability to multitask and manage change Full knowledge and experience of Risk Assessments and developing safe working procedures Experience of managing teams and staff development Proven ability to build successful relationships with internal / external stakeholders and customers Project management experience Effective Budgeting and cost control skills SHE NVQ Level 4/QCF Level 6 IOSH/NEBOSH advantageousThere is a company vehicle with this role so full UK driving licence is essential. Why UsIn addition to the role of Operations Manager we offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits: Company car 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 hellip; are you ready to build your future? Tarmac, a CRH company, 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. @tarmac #tarmac #tarmaccareers #operationsmanager #quarrymanager #quarrysupervisor #assistantquarrymanager #asphaltsupervisor #asphaltplantsupervisor #asphaltplantmanager #supervisor #quarryjobs #plantsupervisor #plantjobs #Aggregates #quarrying #quarryingoperations #asphalt #asphaltjobs NEjobs #Hexham #northumberland #northumberlandjobs #Newcastle #NewcastleuponTyne #NorthShields #Consett #Morpeth Tarmac Trading Limited
