About Aggregate Industries UK

We are at the heart of construction, committed to building progress and transforming the industry to deliver a more sustainable future for all. We are recognised as one of the safest, most customer-focused companies in this space, and we are looking for you to be part of our movement to grow, innovate, and develop together to create continuous value. 

Join today and build progress with us.

The Opportunity

Following a large investment into this Super Quarry we are now looking to expand our operational expertise and the experienced team onsite can help you start or further develop your career in the world of Quarry Operations

Based onsite at Torr Works near Shepton Mallet, a Limestone Super Quarry and one of the largest in Europe we now have an opportunity for new Team Leaders to help ensure we are working efficiently and safely onsite.  

You’ll play an essential role in the supervising of quarry operations, ensuring that safety standards are met and driving the operational efficiency of the site. You’ll have the support of our experienced Quarry team to help with any technical knowledge, so we’ll want you to bring to Team Leader experience from an Industrial/ Manufacturing environment instead. 

You’ll coordinate with the operational teams to optimise resource allocation and help minimise production downtime. As well as look for ways to improve processes onsite, by implementing  best practices to improve quarry efficiency and safety standards.

Depending on the area in the quarry you’ll find yourself Operating equipment within Primary Crushing, Mobile Plant, Wash Plants as well as Processing and Distribution areas.

We are a 24/7 Operation, with various shifts available depending on your preference as well as availability onsite;

Option 1: Monday-Friday rotating 05:00-14:30 & 13:00-22:30

Option 2: Monday-Friday rotating 05:30-15:00, 13:30-22:00 & 21:00-06:30

With some weekend work as required.

Who you are

You’ll either have existing Quarry experience looking for that first step up, or be a Team Leader in a different industry keen to develop a career within a Quarry environment. 

We have a strong culture of Health & Safety onsite, so it is pivotal you can work in a safe manner.

You’ll have excellent communication skills, confidence in providing direction and promoting a safe culture within your team.

What’s on offer

💰 Competitive Salary, Site Bonus, 25 days holiday + your local bank holidays (with options to increase) and other benefits - all recognising the contribution you bring.

🎓Full training and external qualifications to get your Quarrying Career off to the best start.

❤️ Be valued and supported, working as part of a highly respected team in a business that has a huge focus on Health & Safety.

📚 Opportunities for career progression both at home and abroad (via our parent company Holcim).

⭐️ Join our affinity groups selected by and populated by our employees which bring together employees with similar backgrounds and interests to have powerful influence on the workplace.

🏠 Staff discounts including special rates for garden landscaping products.

🩺 Virtual GP Service 365 days a year 24/7.

Interview Process

We’re keen to understand your skills rather than your CV, so you’ll be invited in for a site tour and interview on the completion of your online assessment. You should receive this shortly after application. In person interviews and site tours will be held on Tuesday 3rd September, Wednesday 11th September & Thursday 19th September. You’ll get the option to pick preferred dates in your application. 

Diversity Statement

Innovation only happens when we bring together talented people with diverse experiences in an open and inclusive environment. That’s why we foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates our differences and creates equitable opportunities for all to grow and thrive. You will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age. 

Because together, we can unlock the power of diversity to build progress for people and the planet.