Quarry Manager at Dangote

Job Summary

• The Quarry Manager for the Granite Mines is responsible for the overall management, safety, production, and profitability of quarry operations.
• This includes overseeing extraction activities, equipment maintenance, workforce supervision, regulatory compliance, and cost control to ensure efficient and sustainable production of aggregates or mineral materials. Location for this role is at Ijebu-Igbo Ogun state Nigeria.

Job Responsibilties
Operational Management:

• Plan, coordinate, and supervise daily quarry operations (drilling, blasting, crushing, hauling).
• Ensure production targets are achieved safely and efficiently.
• Monitor equipment performance and optimize plant utilization.
• Implement production schedules and resource allocation plans.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):

• Enforce strict compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
• Conduct safety audits, toolbox talks, and risk assessments.
• Ensure blasting activities comply with legal and environmental standards.
• Minimize environmental impact (dust, noise, vibration, waste management).
• Promote a strong safety culture across the workforce.

Regulatory & Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with mining/quarrying laws and permits.
• Liaise with government regulatory agencies and inspectors.
• Maintain proper documentation for licenses, environmental permits, and reporting.

Financial & Budget Control:

• Prepare and manage operational budgets.
• Monitor costs (fuel, explosives, maintenance, labor).
• Improve operational efficiency and reduce waste.
• Report monthly performance metrics (production, downtime, cost per ton).

Maintenance & Equipment Oversight:

• Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs.
• Ensure availability and reliability of crushers, excavators, loaders, and haul trucks.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to minimize downtime.

Team Leadership & Development:

• Supervise supervisors, operators, and support staff.
• Conduct performance evaluations.
• Train and mentor staff to improve skills and productivity.
• Manage contractor relationships when applicable.

Quality Control:

• Ensure products meet required specifications.
• Coordinate laboratory testing and quality assurance processes.
• Address customer complaints related to product quality.

Education & Work Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, Civil Engineering, or related fields
• Minimum 5 - 10 years of experience in quarry or mining operations.
• Proven leadership and operational management experience.
• Strong knowledge of drilling, blasting, crushing, and screening processes.
• Familiarity with mining regulations and safety standards.

Functional Competencies:

• Leadership and team management
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Operational planning
• Risk management
• Financial acumen
• Knowledge of HSE standards
• Equipment and plant management.