Quarry Operative

**About us**
- Artisan Stone Supplies Ltd is a small business running Gwrhyd Quarry in Swansea. We are customer-centric, professional, fast-paced, and our goal is to supply the highest quality finished stone products to the building and heritage sectors.

**Cropping Team Member**

**Hours of work**:
40 Hours per week

7.45am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday

7am-12pm Saturday overtime is available based on needs of operations.

Flexibility may be required due to operational requirements.

We are looking for someone who is self-motivated, a team player, enjoys physical activity.

**Duties**:

- A Quarry Operative is responsible for performing tasks related to the extraction, processing of Welsh Blue Pennant sandstone into a variety of products.
- The role requires physical labour, attention to safety protocols, and the ability to operate machinery and equipment under the supervision of quarry management.
- After training, to operate a Steinex Cropper safely, efficiently and professionally.
- As part of a cropping team to produce cropped walling products, bags and specials to customer demand. To assist other aspects of production when required.
- Complete schedule tasks as outlined at the daily meeting by the Supervisors.
- Ensure accurate daily time keeping, production schedules, and housekeeping.

**Ensure that you are working in a safe manner according to the method of working, following all Health & Safety procedures.**

This includes:

- Being responsible for the safe working practices during the operation of machinery.
- Ensure good housekeeping of your working area and follow the Daily maintenance procedures.
- Ensuring the Quarry Supervisor is informed of any consumables/PPE that have wear or require replacement.
- Ensuring that the Personal Protective Equipment is in working order and worn properly according to HSE guidelines.
- Report any breakdowns, repairs, or maintenance requirements to the Quarry Manager/Maintenance Supervisor as soon as they occur.
- Ensure all maintenance logs for plant & machinery are filled out correctly and are handed to the Supervisor daily.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £27,000.00-£28,350.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekend availability

**Experience**:

- Quarry Industry: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Driving Licence (required)

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Cropper CAW
Expected start date: 03/06/2024