Shift Supervisor (Tunstead Stone)

Shift Supervisor (Tunstead Stone) – Tunstead Quarry (4 on 4 off, 12-hour shifts)

Lead from the front. Drive performance. Keep operations moving safely.

Are you an experienced Supervisor or Team Leader from a quarrying, heavy industrial, manufacturing, processing, cement, mining or production environment? Do you thrive in fast-paced operational settings where safety, people leadership and delivering results matter?

We're looking for a Stone Shift Supervisor to join our team at Tunstead Quarry, taking responsibility for the safe, efficient and sustainable operation of the site during your shift.

What you'll be doing

• Leading quarry, crushing, processing and dispatch operations
• Driving a strong health, safety and environmental culture
• Coordinating shift teams to achieve production and performance targets
• Managing plant issues, breakdowns and operational challenges
• Delivering effective shift handovers and operational reporting
• Coaching, developing and supporting operational teams
• Investigating incidents, near misses and operational deviations
• Identifying and driving continuous improvement opportunities

What we're looking for

• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience (preferred but not essential)
• Experience within quarrying, heavy industry, manufacturing or process operations
• A visible and proactive approach to health and safety
• Strong communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills
• The ability to remain calm, resilient and adaptable under pressure
• Experience delivering team and operational performance targets
• Good IT, literacy and numeracy skills
• IOSH Managing Safely (preferred)
• SHE NVQ (preferred)
• Quarry regulations knowledge and technical qualifications or experience with mobile plant and processing equipment (advantageous)

Why Tarmac

This is a unique opportunity to take on a key leadership role at Tunstead Quarry, one of the UK's largest and most strategically important quarrying operations. You'll lead a skilled team in a complex, high-volume production environment, influence site performance, drive continuous improvement initiatives and play a critical role in delivering the materials that help build the UK's infrastructure.

If you're looking for a role with real responsibility, visibility and career development potential, we'd love to hear from you.

At Tarmac, you'll be empowered to lead, develop people, improve performance and make a real impact at one of the UK's leading quarry operations. We're looking for someone who can inspire teams, embrace change, build strong relationships and help drive operational excellence every day.

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.

Ready to build your future?

Click ‘Apply’ to get started. Please note: we sometimes close roles early due to high interest, so don’t wait too long!

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