Weighbridge/ Quarry Operative

Overview

Operate quarry plant, handle weighbridge duties, and support material processing.

Key Responsibilities

• plant operation
• safety compliance
• maintenance
• weighbridge
• aggregate processing
• production targets

Tasks

-Operate quarry plant and equipment safely and efficiently. -Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures at all times. -Work collaboratively with colleagues to meet production targets. -Carry out routine inspections and basic maintenance on plant and machinery. -Weigh, record, and process materials on the weighbridge accurately. -Assist with the extraction, processing, and handling of aggregates.

Requirements

• nvq level2
• cpcs
• first aid
• quarrying
• teamwork
• flexible

What You Bring

-Previous experience in quarrying, construction, mining, or similar heavy industry -Flexible and able to adapt to different tasks and shift patterns -Good communication and teamwork skills -MPQC or NVQ Level 2 in Extractives Operations -Reliable, punctual, and self-motivated -Competence in operating plant or machinery (e.g. loading shovel, excavator, dumper truck) – CPCS or MPQC card advantageous -First Aid or health & safety training (e.g. IOSH Working Safely) -Willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions -Understanding of health and safety practices and willingness to follow procedures

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Benefits

-Broad learning opportunities and career progression pathways. -Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support -Company Life Assurance Scheme -Share Saver Scheme participation -Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform -33 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays -Company Pension Scheme -A tailored, competitive salary

About Breedon Group Plc

-Born from centuries‑old quarrying at Breedon on the Hill, the group surged into modernity after 2008, reshaping UK and Irish markets through savvy acquisitions. -With a vertically‑integrated model, it pulls raw aggregates straight through to finished products and surfacing services, serving projects across infrastructure, housing and industrial sectors. -In recent years its strategic beachhead in the US—through the acquisition of BMC and Lionmark in Missouri—has positioned it for North American growth. -Typical projects range from major roadworks and airport surfacing to residential foundations and industrial flooring. -Standout products include its flagship Golden Amber Gravel (a Royal‑Warranted driveway gravel) and specialist speedway shale used on international tracks.

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