Job Description

Job Overview

John Gunn & Sons Ltd. are a long-established company based in Caithness, Scotland, who specialise in civil engineering operations, quarry supplies and services, property development and plant hire.

Our quarry operations are the heart of the company and most critical part of the business in ensuring our projects have compliant and available material required to complete our projects efficiently and to our high standards.

Responsibilities

Your main responsibilities will include.

Assist quarry manager in day to day running works and co-ordination of quarry staff. Assist quarry manager in managing checks and inspections, preparing schedules, reporting on material quantiles, testing requirements and mix designs. Assist lab technician in testing of all quarry materials including aggregates, concrete, asphalt and concrete blocks. Work alongside our quarry team assisting in the production of all materials. Operate Concrete Plant and Asphalt Plant. Undertake quality control checks to ensure work meets our high standards. Track any changes on testing requirements, standards, and mix designs. Assist Quarry manager in undertaking internal Quality audits and represent company on external audits to ensure continued renewal of ISO certification.

Qualifications

Experience within quarry or construction industry. A full UK Driving license. Someone who can work as part of a team and as an individual. Good communications skills and able to build working relationships. A general understanding of industry standards and best practices.
Desirable (but not essential)

Some entry level experience in materials testing, tar plant and concrete plant production. CSCS card or quarry passport. Good knowledge and understanding of quarry operations and products.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 30,000.00-50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company car Company pension
Work Location: In person