Tarmac Building Products Ltd
Quarry Operations Supervisor
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Quarry Supervisor Tarmac Clitheroe Quarry
Lead from the front. Drive performance. Make safety your legacy.
Are you ready to take the next step in a fast-paced quarrying environment?
We are seeking a proactive and hands-on Quarry Supervisor to join our team at Tarmac's Clitheroe Quarry. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced operative or emerging leader who is ready to progress into a supervisory role within a business that prioritises safety, performance, and long-term career development.
The Role
Reporting to the Quarry Section Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-performing quarry and plant operations. You will lead by example, supporting your team to deliver production targets while maintaining the highest standards of safety and compliance.
What You'll Bring
- Proven experience within quarrying, aggregates, asphalt, or a similar heavy industrial environment
- Competence in operating or supervising mobile plant (e.g. excavators, loading shovels, crushers, screens)
- Strong leadership capability with the ability to motivate, coach, and hold individuals accountable
- A clear commitment to health, safety, and environmental compliance
- The ability to remain calm under pressure and maintain operational continuity
- Good working knowledge of IT systems (e.g. SAP, Excel or equivalent)
- 8.1(d) appointment (or working towards)
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Quarry Section Manager in delivering safe and efficient day-to-day operations
- Supervise a team of operatives and contractors, ensuring clear direction and accountability
- Embed and promote a strong safety-first culture through visible leadership
- Coordinate production, preventative maintenance, and housekeeping activities
- Utilise systems such as Multitrack to manage performance, compliance, and reporting
- Work collaboratively with other supervisors to maximise plant efficiency and output
- Maintain a hands-on presence across both quarry and asphalt operations
- Contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives
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Why Tarmac?
At Tarmac, you will be part of a business that builds the UK's infrastructure while investing in its people. We are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. Our culture is built on safety, trust, and accountability, with clear opportunities for career progression across our national network.
You Will Thrive at Tarmac If You:
- Deliver results without compromising safety
- Communicate effectively and build strong working relationships
- Remain resilient and solution-focused in challenging situations
- Champion continuous improvement and smarter ways of working
- Lead by example and bring your team with you
Build Your Future with Tarmac
Based at Clitheroe Quarry in the Ribble Valley, Lancashire, this role is easily commutable from Accrington, Blackburn, Burnley, Skipton, and surrounding areas.
If you are ready to take ownership, lead a team, and play a key role in delivering safe and efficient operations, we would like to hear from you.
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We don't just offer a job, we offer a career.
Alongside this role, you'll have access to industry-leading rewards, development opportunities, and a culture that puts people first, including:
- Bonus scheme
- Enhanced holiday entitlement
- Contributory pension scheme
- 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
Tarmac is committed to being a Forces-friendly employer. If you're coming from a military background, we'll support your transition and help you build a successful career with us.
We're proud to be part of CRH, and even prouder to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for everyone. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know, we're here to support you.
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