Quarry Operative
Ibstock Plc
Operate excavator, loader and tractor for quarry material handling and quality control.
4 days ago ago
Entry-level, Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Newcastle-Under-Lyme, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
1,949 Employees
Service Specialisms
Manufacturing services
Design & Technical Services
Customer Services
Procurement
Investor Relations
Press Enquiries
Apprenticeships & Vacancies
Samples
Sector Specialisms
Residential
Commercial
Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
quality assessment
process improvement
loader operation
equipment maintenance
weighbridge ops
excavator operation
- Complete appropriate quality assessments
- To deliver through the process of TPM plant improvement initiatives and continuous improvement
- The operation of a wheeled front end loader, loading materials into Lorries for delivery into the factories. Ensuring that high quality raw material of the appropriate consistency is sent to the factory.
- Ensuring all the plant and equipment in use within the quarry is checked and maintained (Creating and maintaining the highest standards of housekeeping and environmental management
- Operation of weighbridge and water treatment plant.
- The operation of a 360º Excavator blending clays from stockpile faces and moving materials as directed
- Ensure areas are inspected / maintained in accordance with local Health & Safety Standards and work within Standard Safe Operating Procedures
- Assist in the development of SSOP’s and Risk Assessments
What you bring
communication
teamwork
digicare+
water bowser
tractor
health & safety
- Good communication skills.
- Numerate & literate.
- Water bowser
- Ability to work as part of a team or on your own.
- Digicare+ Provided by Aviva
- Must be happy to work outdoors in all conditions
- Salt / Grit Spreader
- The operation of a wheeled tractor with the following attachments: -
- High degree of Health & Safety awareness.
- Bonus scheme
- Shift allowance
- Competitive salary
- 3x life insurance
- Share Save scheme eligibility
- 10% matched pension, administered by Legal and General
- Front end loading bucket
- Personal development and career progression opportunities
- Full access to Employee Assistance programme for self and family members
- Access to high street retail discounts platform - with access to discounts at Tesco, Asda, etc…
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Company
Overview
1899
Year Founded
The company was established in 1899 in the village of Ibstock.
£366.2m
Annual Revenue
Generated £366.2 million in revenue in 2024.
£15.1m
Net Income
Reported £15.1 million in net income during 2024.
200+ Years
Company Heritage
The company has a rich history spanning over 200 years.
- The company evolved from coal mining into brickmaking over the 19th century.
- It manufactures clay bricks, concrete products, walling stone, facade systems, roofing and flooring, lintels, fencing and infrastructure components.
- Typical projects range from residential homes and commercial buildings to rail platforms, retaining walls and modular façade systems.
- Through its Ibstock Telling GRC arm, it delivers bespoke glass-reinforced concrete facades for mid-to-high rise buildings.
- Its Ibstock Futures division pioneers off‑site modular and façade manufacturing, targeting industrial-scale MMC solutions.
- It has grown through strategic acquisitions—from Redland and Hepworth to Bain-led IPO.
- WE work together to achieve great things
- WE earn trust by delivering on our promises
- WE care about each other, our customers and our wider impact
- WE have courage to do the right thing
37% Carbon Reduction
Absolute Emissions Drop
Achieved a 37% reduction in absolute carbon emissions (Scope 1 & 2) compared to the 2019 baseline.
20% Embodied Carbon
Sustainable Roof Tiles
Reduced the embodied carbon in roof tile range by 20%, promoting sustainable construction practices.
£10M Investment
Energy-Efficient Factory
Invested £10 million in energy-efficiency upgrades at Aldridge factory to reduce emissions.
32 EV Charging Points
Sustainable Transport Initiative
Installed 32 electric vehicle charging points across various sites to support cleaner transportation.
- Net zero target: ESG Strategy 2030 with pathway to Net Zero across all areas.
- First Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) rolled out across product range.
- B rating in CDP for carbon disclosure (2023).
- Gold status with Supply Chain Sustainability School (2023).
- 3,200 bluebell bulbs planted by colleagues (2023).
34% Female Leadership
Female Representation in Senior Roles
Currently at 34%, with a target of achieving 40% female representation in senior leadership roles.
100% Job Offers
Apprenticeship Programme Success
All apprentices who completed the programme received job offers, demonstrating the company's commitment to fostering talent.
311k Bricks Donated
Supporting Skills Training
Over 311,000 bricks donated to schools and colleges to enhance skills training opportunities.
7% Earn & Learn
Employees in Developmental Roles
7% of employees are in Earn and Learn positions, recognized as a Gold Member of The 5% Club.
- 54 apprentices onboarded across multiple disciplines in 2023.
- 72 colleagues trained as Mental Health Allies in 2023.
- Values-driven culture ('Teamwork, Trust, Care, Courage') co-created with colleagues.
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