Quarry Process Operator

2 weeks ago


Dunbar, United Kingdom Tarmac Full time

At Tarmac,

‘who you are’ 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.

We are currently looking for a  Quarry Process Operator  to join our team based in Dunbar Cement Plant, Scotland.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring adherence to safety policy guidelines and requirements and supporting achievement of the Quarry production department goals and objectives. 

Candidates should be aware that the nature of the role requires at times the ability to work in all weather conditions, training to use fixed plant and mobile plant equipment and quarry blasting and shotfiring operations.

Site operations are days, 24/7 and the role requires flexibility to ensure effective running of the plant. This will involve night working, weekend and bank holidays if necessary. 

We’re working hard to create a dynamic and inclusive environment and it’s important that our people come from a variety of different backgrounds.

Role Responsibility

As the successful candidate, you will ensure that the production plans are adhered to in order to meet the demands of the Plant as part of the production team, whilst responding to any additional tasks that may arise around the site.

Ensure the highest levels of safety are achieved in all work completed. The daily monitoring and execution quarry production activities, ensuring high quality output on time and to budget.  Quarry regulations compliance and any other relevant statutory legislation.  Carry out risk and stop assessments, and ensure safe working methods are documented in line with policy. To also generate a risk assessment where one does not exist and review existing ones.  Organise work to ensure it is carried out and managed efficiently and safely within the operational safety standards and ensure work is compliant with safety legislation and policy.  Identify and plan resources required to meet the needs of the Quarry from both a preventative and emergent work perspective. Ensure timelines and costs are met in accordance with guidelines from line management. First level inspections to confirm the standards of the operating equipment. Report and action plan to conduct any improvements required.  Mobile Plant Operation and the safe use of them, ensuring the equipment is maintained. Such as Bulldozer, Dump Trucks  Fixed Plant Operation and the safe use of them, ensuring the equipment is maintained. Such as Crushers and conveyors  Energy Isolation processes are to be followed in line with the safety procedures when working on equipment  Environmental awareness and understanding, supporting the Quarries responsibility of this  Manufacturing awareness and understanding of the Quarries integration with the cement plant  Quarry operations knowledge and thorough understanding of the quarry and extractive industry  Shotfiring and blasting experience, where nominated to train individuals will be trained and responsible for these operations to be conducted in a safe manner. Responsible for own development and identification of training needs. To improve skills and knowledge through networking and best practice sharing with other sites.  You may be called upon out of hours for quarry support 

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be flexible, self-motivated individual who possesses a positive attitude in their approach to work. With a commitment to maintaining and improving Health, Safety and Environmental standards across the department and site.

Specific Requirements;  

Mobile Plant Qualifications  IOSH working safely or equivalent Literacy and numeracy qualification Previous Quarrying/ Manufacturing/ Heavy Industry experience First level maintenance Shotfiring and blasting experience desirable  Good knowledge of the cement manufacturing process Quarry process knowledge (e.g. crushing and blasting)  Environmental awareness  Knowledge and understanding of health, safety and environmental issues  Knowledge of quality management methods and standards  Knowledge of equipment isolation procedures  Computer literacy  Ability to interact with plant personnel at all levels  Willingness to be flexible 

Why Us

We offer an extensive range of career development opportunities and industry-leading rewards, incentives and benefits: 

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 opportunities 

  • Dunbar, United Kingdom Tarmac Full time

    **Job Introduction**: At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ 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. We are currently looking for a **Quarry Process Operator** to join our team based in Dunbar...


  • Dunbar, United Kingdom Tarmac Trading Limited Full time

    At Tarmac, who you are 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. We are currently looking for aQuarryProcess Operatorto join our team based in Dunbar Cement Plant, Scotland. The...


  • Dunbar, East Lothian, United Kingdom Tarmac Trading Limited Full time

    At Tarmac, who you are 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. We are currently looking for a QuarryProcess Operator to join our team based in Dunbar Cement Plant, Scotland. The...


  • Dunbar, East Lothian, United Kingdom Tarmac Trading Limited Full time

    At Tarmac, who you are 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. We are currently looking for a QuarryProcess Operator to join our team based in Dunbar Cement Plant, Scotland. The...


  • Dunbar, United Kingdom Tarmac Trading Limited Full time

    At Tarmac, who you are 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. Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before...


  • Dunbar, United Kingdom Tarmac Trading Limited Full time

    At Tarmac, who you are 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. Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before...


  • Dunbar, East Lothian, United Kingdom Tarmac Trading Limited Full time

    At Tarmac, who you are 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. Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before...


  • Dunbar, East Lothian, United Kingdom Tarmac Trading Limited Full time

    At Tarmac, who you are 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. Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before...


  • Dunbar, East Lothian, United Kingdom Tarmac Trading Limited Full time

    At Tarmac, who you are 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. Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before...


  • Dunbar, East Lothian, United Kingdom Tarmac Trading Limited Full time

    At Tarmac, who you are 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. Want to make an application Make sure your CV is up to date, then read the following job specs carefully before...

  • Process Operator

    2 days ago


    Dunbar, United Kingdom Tarmac Full time

    **Job Introduction**: At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ 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. We are currently looking for a **Process Operator** to join our team based in...

  • Process Operator

    2 weeks ago


    Dunbar, United Kingdom Tarmac Full time

    At Tarmac, ‘who you are’ 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. We are currently looking for a  Process Operator  to join our team based in Dunbar. We’re working...

  • Geologist

    4 weeks ago


    Dunbar, United Kingdom Kilsaran Full time

    Our Planning and Environmental Department is a small group of professionals working with the Board of Directors to manage regulatory compliance of our existing property portfolio and expand the resource base of the company through identification of new mineral prospects and securing regulatory consent. The Geologist is tasked with liaising with our quarry...

  • Production Operator

    2 months ago


    Dunbar, United Kingdom Option A Full time

    **Option A **is recruiting for a Production Operator who will be working as part of a small team. You will undertake day-to-day production processes under supervision within the factory workspace. Day to day tasks will include, but are not limited to: - Decanting, blending, and packaging of chemicals using specialized plants and machinery. - Ensure correct...


  • Dunbar, United Kingdom Profile Security Services LTD Full time

    At Profile Security, we aim to provide the very best in security services to our clients. How we provide this, is solely down to our staff and management personnel. We tailor every approach to our client needs, so to ensure they receive nothing but the very best from our team of security professionals. We are looking for a Security Officer/Weigh Bridge...

  • Amenity Operatives

    2 days ago


    Dunbar, United Kingdom Venesky-Brown Recruitment Ltd Full time

    Venesky-Browns client, a public sector organisation in East Lothian, is currently looking to recruit 4 x Amenity Operatives for 3 month contracts on a rate of £12.29/hour PAYE. The working hours will be 37 hours per week. These roles will be based onsite.Submit your CV and any additional required information after you have read this description by clicking...


  • Dunbar, United Kingdom Profile Security Services LTD Full time

    At Profile Security, we aim to provide the very best in security services to our clients. How we provide this, is solely down to our staff and management personnel. We tailor every approach to our client needs, so to ensure they receive nothing but the very best from our team of security professionals. We are looking for a Security Officer/Weigh Bridge...


  • Dunbar, United Kingdom Greene King Full time

    Company Description We are seeking a **Commercial Operations Co-Ordinator** to cover a period of Maternity leave (circa 10 months). Join us at Greene King the country's leading pub company and brewer, where our mission is to pour happiness into lives and become the pride of great British hospitality. We have something special, deeply rooted in our 220-year...

  • Process Operative

    7 days ago


    Dunbar, East Lothian, United Kingdom Tarmac Trading Limited Full time

    At Tarmac, who you are 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. We are currently looking for aQuarryProcess Operatorto join our team based in Dunbar Cement Plant, Scotland. The...

  • Process Operative

    7 days ago


    Dunbar, East Lothian, United Kingdom Tarmac Trading Limited Full time

    At Tarmac, who you are 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. We are currently looking for aQuarryProcess Operatorto join our team based in Dunbar Cement Plant, Scotland. The...