Quarry Operative
Location: Craigantlet
Due to continuous growth, we are looking for a Quarry Operative to join our teams at our Craigantlet site. The successful candidate will assist in the extraction, crushing and screening of stone products to the standards set by the Company with maximum efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
* Safely and efficiently operate a loading shovel
* Fuel up all plant daily and complete daily checks
* Assist with repairs and housekeeping duties
* Promote safety and good practices
* Ensure trucks are loaded correctly for onward journey
* Inspect, clean and maintain plant and equipment daily and report faults to supervisors.
* Comply with health and safety procedures and policies to ensure the role is carried out without risk to self and others.
* Carry out any other reasonable duties as required.
* Work as part of an established team.
Important Information
Location: Craigantlet, Northern Ireland, County Down
Date Posted: 10th April 2025
Closing Date: 18th April 2025
Industry: Manufacturing and Engineering
Job Type: Full time
Salary: Based on Experience
About the role
Requirements
* Strong practical skills.
* Attitude to develop and grow into various roles
* Excellent attender & timekeeper
* Good team player with confident communication skills
* Sound understanding of Health & Safety matters.
* Flexible approach to working hours and travel to other locations
* Previous experience of operating plant would be beneficial, but all necessary training will be provided
* Working hours: Monday - Friday 7am - 5pm
* Overtime paid after 39 hours worked, paid at time and half.
* Potential to earn up to £29,072 per annum with overtime.
* Will be expected to work occasional Saturdays and Sundays.
Benefits
* Health Cash Plan
* 30 days holiday per annum (pro rata)
* Pension Scheme with Company contribution
* CRH Share Scheme
* Company Occupational Health
* Family Friendly Policies
The Company is committed to equality and diversity. It strives to be an employer of choice by creating a culture and working environment that is welcoming and inclusive for all individuals. Every individual has the right to be treated with respect and dignity in the workplace and this includes protection against discrimination. Having greater diversity within our Company helps us perform much better and enable us to come up with innovative solutions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
What you will need
Required criteria
* Strong practical skills.
* Attitude to develop and grow into various roles
* Excellent attender & timekeeper
* Good team player with confident communication skills
* Sound understanding of Health & Safety matters
* Flexible approach to working hours and travel to other locations
Desired criteria
* Previous experience of operating plant would be beneficial, but all necessary training will be provided
Northstone Materials
Northstone Materials has been supplying the construction industry in Northern Ireland for more than 60 Years. Our combined product portfolio and associated services consistently achieve a reputation for quality and value unrivalled in the materials supply sector in Northern Ireland.
Northstone Materials is Northern Ireland's leading supplier of high-quality aggregates, asphalt, concrete and civil engineering products.
With over 60 years in the industry, we're proud to be at the heart of many of the province's most important construction projects.
From our Head Office in Coleraine, we're a local company with deep roots in our communities. We invest heavily in modern technology and sustainability to make sure that we not only meet today's standards, but set the bar for the future.
Our experienced team is passionate about delivering materials and services that are reliable, durable and exactly what our customers need.
At Northstone, we take pride in being more than just a supplier- we're a trusted partner for contractors, developers and councils across Northern Ireland and beyond.
Our strong reputation is built on years of hard work, a focus on quality and a belief in building long term relations with our clients. We believe in doing things the right way, with a commitment to sustainability, safety and innovation that runs through everything we do.
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