District Operations Manager

• Lead, coach and develop the operational management team to deliver high standards of safety, efficiency, quality and cost control
• Set clear expectations, KPI’s and development plans for all direct reports, ensuring accountability and progress against agreed objectives
• Conduct regular 1:1s, performance development reviews, and talent reviews to identify strengths, address gaps and build succession plans
• Champion a culture of visible leadership, open communication and shared learning across all operations
• Drive engagement, culture-building initiatives and morale
• Support change management efforts and communicate business updates effectively
• Ensure all sites are effectively planned, resourced and run in a way that meets customer needs while controlling cost and maintaining reliability
• Work collaboratively with Commercial Managers to align production with customer demand, seasonality and strategic goals
• Drive effective communication between operations, distribution, transport, technical and commercial teams
• Represent the company professionally with key external stakeholders including SEPA, local authorities, BSI and neighbours
• Ensure full compliance with procurement, contractor, and cost control procedures across all operations
• Challenge inefficiencies and support your managers in introducing sustainable improvements and new ways of working
• Assist the General Manager in developing and delivering area strategy, CAPEX planning, business cases and improvement projects
• Work with the finance and commercial teams to analyse costs, monitor spend, and ensure value is delivered in all areas of responsibility
• Ensure full compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental legislation, including the Mines & Quarries Act 1954 and Health & Safety at Work Act 1974
• Promote a proactive safety culture through visible leadership, inspections, near-miss reporting and structured site reviews.

• Degree or diploma in Quarry Management, Mining Engineering, Geology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Significant experience in quarry operations or extractive industries, with a proven leadership track record
• Strong knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations and best practices relevant to quarrying
• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to motivate, mentor, challenge, and inspire
• Commercial awareness and confidence to contribute to strategic planning and decision-making
• High personal accountability with the drive to make things better and lead by example
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a focus on collaboration, listening, and clarity
• Strong analytical and organisational abilities
• A full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel as required.

NVQ Level 4/5 in Health, Safety & Environmental Management

• A tailored, competitive salary
• Company Pension Scheme
• 33 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Share Saver Scheme participation
• Company Life Assurance Scheme
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Discounts on a wide range of products through our employee benefits platform
• Broad learning opportunities and career progression pathways.