Quarry Manager

Summary

MatchBox Consulting Group is seeking a Quarry Manager on behalf of our client for their limestone quarry operations in Exshaw, Alberta.

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Quarry Manager will lead approximately 10 employees and take responsibility for the safe, efficient, and sustainable operation of the quarry. This includes mine planning, drilling and blasting, production, crushing, equipment performance, budgeting, cost management, environmental compliance, and team leadership.

This role requires a true open-pit, hard-rock mining background. The successful candidate will have the technical knowledge to understand where and how to mine, execute long-term mine plans, manage drilling and blasting activities, and ensure a consistent supply of quality limestone to plant operations. Candidates from limestone, aggregates, gold, copper, or other hard-rock open-pit operations will be considered.

• Location: Exshaw, AB – On-site
• Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
• Travel: Approximately 15%

Responsibilities

• Lead the safe and efficient operation of the limestone quarry, including production, drilling, blasting, crushing, and material handling.

• Manage and develop a team of approximately 10 employees, setting clear expectations and providing ongoing coaching and feedback.

• Direct quarry and mining activities to ensure a reliable supply of high-quality raw materials to plant operations.

• Review, confirm, and execute long-term mine plans, ensuring adequate reserves and material quality.

• Plan and oversee blast layouts and patterns, drilling activities, and blasting operations.

• Execute quarry reclamation plans and support long-term quarry development.

• Develop crushing strategies for limestone and other raw materials and resolve material handling challenges.

• Monitor daily production, staffing, safety, training, equipment performance, and operational requirements.

• Manage quarry operating costs, budgets, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Identify opportunities to reduce operating costs and reliance on third-party services.

• Oversee mobile equipment maintenance, including maintenance planning, scheduling, budgets, and costs.

• Work closely with Plant Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, and Environmental teams to align quarry activities with current and future plant requirements.

• Provide visible leadership in health, safety, and environmental performance.

• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

• Identify operational and environmental risks and implement appropriate mitigation and improvement initiatives.

• Support the implementation of new technologies, operational best practices, and standardized work processes.

• Contribute as a member of the Plant Leadership Team and support broader operational and business objectives.

Qualifications - Must-Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant mining experience, including experience managing mining or quarry operations.

• Strong technical background in open-pit, hard-rock mining or quarry operations.

• Hands-on experience with mine planning, drilling, blasting, production, and crushing operations.

• Strong understanding of how to develop and execute mine plans based on reserves, geology, material quality, and production requirements.

• Experience managing quarry or mine operating budgets and controlling operational costs.

• Experience leading, managing, and developing operational employees.

• Strong understanding of health, safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements within a mining or quarry environment.

• Experience coordinating mobile equipment requirements and maintenance activities.

• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work on-site in Exshaw, Alberta on a daily basis.

• Currently authorized to work for any employer in Canada.

Nice-to-Haves

• Mining Engineering degree.

• Direct experience managing a limestone quarry.

• Experience within aggregates, cement, gold, copper, or another hard-rock open-pit mining environment.

• Experience with long-term mine planning, reserve management, and quarry reclamation.

• Experience developing or optimizing drilling and blasting strategies.

• Experience with crushing operations and raw material management.

• Experience with continuous improvement and reducing reliance on third-party services.

• Experience with SAP.

• Strong Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets skills.

• International hard-rock mining experience combined with current Canadian work authorization.

• Interest in progressing into future opportunities such as Production Manager, Plant Manager, or regional mining/quarry leadership.

For more current job opportunities, Follow MatchBox at linkedin.com/company/matchbox-recruitment/

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About MatchBox

Headquartered in downtown Vancouver and serving clients nationally, MatchBox is one of the leading recruitment and solutions firms that specializes in the fields of IT & Technology, Engineering & Technical, Real Estate & Construction, and Accounting & Finance. We offer unrivaled expertise with our team's extensive experience in the recruitment and professional services industry. We are dedicated to building great connections and creating strong opportunities within the workforce and the labor market.

Equal Opportunities

MatchBox is committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including members of minority groups such as racialized individuals, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Indigenous peoples. It is a priority for us that all candidates are treated fairly and without discrimination. Our recruitment teams receive ongoing training on using objective criteria for evaluating candidates and other related topics to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for all.

Work Permits

Please note that we require all interested candidates to obtain the necessary work permits from the Government of Canada prior to submitting an application. This position is open exclusively to individuals residing in Canada and legally authorized to work in Canada. Applications not meeting these criteria will not be considered.

Further Consideration

We receive a high volume of applications and are only able to contact candidates who are selected for further consideration.

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