QUARRY MANAGER

Job Description : QUARRY MANAGER OMAN Quarry Manager Closing date: Oct 20, 2026 Reference: QM2026 Reports to: Projects & PMO Lead - GM OperationsLocation: Tharawat Energy & Mining, Oman (Salalah quarry, with oversight of the Ibra and Fujairah quarries)Employment Type: Full-Time To ensure that Tharawat's limestone, shale and iron-ore quarries operate safely and efficiently and deliver plant requirements against annual and monthly targets. The role has overall responsibility for production, cost, HSE compliance, workforce and equipment across the Salalah, Ibra and Fujairah quarries, while ensuring compliance with company standards, licence conditions and industry best practices. Key Responsibilities 1. Quarry Production & Operations Deliver monthly and annual production and dispatch of limestone, shale and iron ore to plant requirements at the Salalah, Ibra and Fujairah quarries. Prepare daily, weekly and monthly production plans and allocate crews, equipment and crushers to meet them. Oversee drilling, blasting, loading, hauling, crushing and stockpiling activities to ensure safe, efficient and productive operations. Coordinate with the plant on daily and monthly raw-material requirements and manage two-shift operations. Monitor material quality and stockpile preparation so that material delivered meets plant specifications, working with Quality & Compliance. Investigate production shortfalls and implement corrective actions. 2. Mine Planning & Technical Management Prepare and implement short- and long-term mine plans with the Mining Engineer and Geology & Exploration. Ensure bench design, pit development and reserve utilisation follow the approved mine plan. Review drilling and blasting designs and results, and ensure blasting is carried out in line with applicable regulations. Ensure survey data and reserve reconciliations are completed and kept up to date. Stay current with technological advances, industry trends and best practices in open-pit mining, and recommend operational upgrades. Lead the set-up of the new Fujairah quarry, including site organisation, supervisor and operator staffing, and weighbridge and SAP arrangements. 3. Cost & Budget Management Prepare and own the annual quarry operating budget and control operating cost per tonne. Monitor contractor, fuel, maintenance and consumables costs against budget, and report variances with corrective actions. Verify contractor work quantities and support invoice approval with the Finance Department. Identify cost-saving and productivity-improvement opportunities. Prepare technical justification for CAPEX proposals for quarry equipment and infrastructure. 4. Equipment & Contractor Management Ensure heavy equipment (wheel loaders, dumpers, rock breaker, dozer) and crushers are available, well maintained and fit for use. Plan preventive maintenance and monitor equipment downtime and availability. Manage contractor performance, safety compliance and delivery against contract requirements. Coordinate spares, fuel and consumables with Procurement & Logistics. 5. Workforce & Site Supervision Lead the Mining Engineer, Site Supervisors, Officer and operators (crusher, tanker and grader operators, drivers and heavy-equipment operators). Set objectives and KPIs for direct reports and complete their annual performance appraisals. Mentor the Mining Engineer, Site Supervisors and other direct reports to build an internal talent pipeline for future leadership roles. Plan shifts and manpower, identify training needs, and work with HR on recruitment for vacant posts and on the Omanisation plan. Maintain discipline, attendance and compliance with company policy and the Labour Law across all sites. Champion a positive work culture and ensure all staff, operators and contractors adhere to the company's code of conduct and ethical guidelines. 6. Health, Safety, Licences & Environmental Compliance Ensure compliance with Company HSE policies and procedures, including safe work systems, risk assessments, permits to work and PPE. Report and investigate incidents, hazards and near misses together with Quality & Compliance, and close corrective actions on time. Act as the primary site representative during internal and external operational, financial and HSE audits, and ensure all sites are inspection-ready. Ensure quarry licences and permits are valid and renewed on time, working with Stakeholder Relations. Promote environmental stewardship, including dust and noise control and progressive rehabilitation. Ensure quarrying, drilling and blasting activities comply with applicable mining and environmental regulations. 7. Reporting & Documentation Prepare daily, weekly and monthly production, cost, equipment and HSE reports for GM Operations. Participate in management meetings to keep quarry production goals aligned with corporate strategy and plant initiatives. Ensure production, stockpile and dispatch data are accurately recorded in SAP and reconciled with weighbridge records. Maintain organised records of licences, surveys, blasting, equipment and contractors. Prepare technical documentation required for regulatory submissions and internal approvals. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering, Geology, Civil or Mechanical Engineering, or an equivalent technical qualification. Minimum 8 years of experience in quarry or open-pit mining operations, including at least 3 years managing multi-shift operations. Practical experience in production planning, drilling and blasting, crushing and stockpile management. Experience managing heavy mobile equipment, maintenance and contractors. Experience in limestone, shale or iron-ore quarrying for cement or construction materials is preferred. Working knowledge of SAP or a similar ERP system for production and inventory data is preferred. Knowledge of Omani quarrying, drilling and blasting regulations. Experience commissioning or starting up a new quarry site is considered an advantage. Good communication skills in Arabic and English. Key Relationships Internal GM Operations Site Supervisors (Salalah, Ibra and Fujairah) Geology & Exploration Quality & Compliance (HSE) Plant Operations Procurement & Logistics Finance Department External Ministry of Energy and Minerals Regulatory and Environmental Authorities Drilling and Blasting Contractors Equipment and Transport Contractors Suppliers and Service Providers Local Communities

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