Quarry Operative

  • Breedon Group plc
  • Bangor, Gwynedd
  • Apr 28, 2026
Full time

Job Description

Looking for a new challenge or career change?If you enjoy working outdoors, operating machinery, and want to be part of a team producing a truly unique product, this could be the role for you.

Based in the stunning Snowdonia National Park, our Penrhyn Welsh Slate Quarry is home to a proud team dedicated to creating world-class slate products. We're expanding our slate portfolio and growing our footprint - and we'd like you to join us on that journey.

Key Responsibilities

What you'll be doing

As a Quarry Operative, you'll primarily operate mobile plant machinery to support safe quarry activities, including:

  • Extracting slate block from the quarry face
  • Transporting materials to our onsite slate manufacturing facilities
  • Assisting with general quarry operations as needed

You'll work in a hands-on environment, surrounded by skilled colleagues who take pride in their craft - and who know how to have a laugh along the way.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

What we're looking for

You'll be a great fit if you:

  • Hold a full UK driving licence (due to our rural location)
  • Have an interest in the construction materials industry and mobile plant machinery
  • Have experience operating mobile plant (e.g. articulated dump trucks, excavators) in a quarry environment - this is an advantage but not essential as full training will be provided
  • You are happy to be working outside in all weathers

Our current working pattern is days, but future shift work may be required.

Job Benefits

What we offer

  • Competitive salary tailored to your skills and experience
  • Company pension scheme
  • 25 days annual leave + bank holidays (option to buy more)
  • Life Assurance
  • Company sick pay
  • ShareSave scheme
  • Retail discounts via our employee benefits platform
  • Ongoing training and career progression opportunities

Apply today and start building your career in quarry operations.

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