Quarry Manager - Hard Rock £Competitive Bonus Benefits Shropshire Our client is seeking a seasoned Quarry Manager to join a flagship and strategically important hard rock quarry operating in Shropshire. About the Role: As the Quarry Manager, you'll be at the helm of their quarrying operations, overseeing the extraction and processing of materials. You'll be instrumental in developing and implementing Quarry Development Plans, ensuring the sustainability and efficiency of our client's operations. Candidates for this role must have current or previous hard rock quarry management experience including drilling and blasting of hard rock such as gritstone or basalt or limestone. Pure sand and gravel or other aggregates would not be relevant as this role requires a seasoned hard rock quarrying professional to lead, manage, coach, mentor and develop the established team. The role is an 8.1c appointment under QR1999 and shot firing and explosive Supervisor qualifications are preferred Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership: Lead a talented team to achieve excellence in quarry operations. Financial Acumen: Take charge of the corporate P&L, displaying a keen understanding of the commercial dynamics of quarry management. KPI Management: Leverage your experience in meeting and exceeding Key Performance Indicators to drive operations toward efficiency and profitability. Geotechnical Expertise: Apply your geotechnical knowledge to ensure safe, efficient, and sustainable quarrying practices. Development Planning: Craft and execute Quarry Development Plans that align with environmental considerations and our corporate goals. Safety and Compliance: Ensure all quarry activities comply with legal and corporate standards, particularly in contracted services such as blasting. Even though direct experience is not necessary, some knowledge in this area would be advantageous. About You: Demonstrable experience in quarry management or a related field, underpinned by a strong understanding of the commercial and operational aspects of the industry. Inspirational leader with the ability to develop a team in achieving best in class standards A strategic thinker with a proven track record of managing corporate P&Ls and meeting KPIs. Strong leadership skills, capable of nurturing a successful team. Geotechnical knowledge, with an ability to apply it practically in the context of quarry development and safety practices. Experience of quarrying, stripping, restoration, drill and blast operations and geotechnical assessment of hard rock including gritstone, basalt or limestone. Familiarity with blasting processes is preferred, though not essential. The role is an 8.1c appointment under QR1999 and shot firing and explosive Supervisor qualifications are preferred HNC/HND/Degree Qualified or equivalent in Engineering, Mining or Science Discipline or equivalent Quarry Management qualifications such SHE NVQ level 4/QCF level 6, DAPS or equivalent. Diploma in Quarry Technology/FdSc Mineral Extractives Technology desirable NEBOSH and IOSH Why Join Our Client? Professional Growth: This role offers vast opportunities for professional development in a supportive and challenging environment. Impactful Work: Make a tangible difference in our client's operations while contributing to sustainable quarrying practices. Apply Today We would love to hear from you if you're focused on leading in a vibrant, dynamic setting and meet the above criteria. Email your CV, quoting reference LX (phone number removed)