Explosives Operations Manager

2 months ago


Buxton, Derbyshire, United Kingdom Breedon Group plc Full time
About Breedon Group

Breedon Group plc is a leading vertically-integrated construction materials group in Great Britain and Ireland. We pride ourselves on being one of the top construction materials companies in the region, committed to providing innovative solutions and sustainable materials that contribute to building a better future for our communities.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will have a flexible, proactive, and versatile approach to work. You will have an energetic "hands-on" approach and the ability to anticipate problems and consider solutions, as well as negotiate and work collaboratively with colleagues on both a formal and informal level.

It is essential that you have a strong understanding of shot firing operations, including face profiling, marking out shots, designing blast specifications, safe transfer and storage of explosives. You will also be responsible for ensuring the charging and firing of production shots and liaising with the driller.

This position is ideal for a highly motivated, hard-working individual with a positive attitude and a genuine interest in the construction materials industry. A commitment to continuous personal and professional development is also essential.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

You will have gained your NVQ level 3 in shot firing and your MPQC shot firing/explosives supervision card. Although not essential, it would be beneficial to have quarry passports and tickets for 50T loading shovels and 40T articulated dumpers.

Benefits
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
  • Aviva Pension scheme
  • Sharesave scheme
  • Life Assurance
  • Training & development opportunities
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Access to our employee benefits platform, giving you discounts on a wide variety of high street shops and brands


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