Aggregate Management Trainee

Position Overview

The Aggregate Management Trainee role is a rotational development program designed to build future frontline leaders through hands-on experience, active participation in daily operations, and structured exposure to quarry technical systems and business processes.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Learn how to operate within CRH’s safety culture and how to manage with safety as a value
• Demonstrate a personal commitment to safety as Tilcon’s first core value by actively participating in and supporting a strong safety culture.
• Learn aggregate operations through hands-on work across quarry, plant, and mobile equipment environments.
• Perform and support production, maintenance, and operational tasks to understand workflows and overall performance.
• Develop knowledge of drilling & blasting, mine plan execution, and material movement to improve efficiency and reduce rehandling.
• Gain experience with production and performance systems (e.g., PEAK), including production tracking, downtime coding, and performance analysis.
• Learn and apply applicable MSHA, environmental, DOT, and other regulatory requirements.
• Partner with Quality Control to understand product specifications, consistency, and customer expectations.
• Support small capital projects from planning through execution and closeout.
• Build understanding of how operations, maintenance, logistics, quality, and finance drive business results.
• Participate in cross-site rotations to expand operational and leadership perspective.
• Support continuous improvement efforts, problem-solving, and operational initiatives.
• Develop leadership skills in communication, decision-making, accountability, and team coordination; observe frontline supervisory practices.
• Provide team support and informal leadership as development progresses.
• Gain basic knowledge of budgeting, cost control, and financial performance.
• Maintain reliable attendance and actively engage in all development opportunities.
• Perform other duties as needed to support operational and development goals.

Qualifications

• Knowledge/Skill Requirements: Highly developed verbal and written communication skills and an ability to work with Management; Action Oriented – Enjoys working hard, seizes opportunities, and is full of energy; Listening – Practices attentive and active listening; Technical Learning – Picks up on technical things quickly and can learn new skills; High Standard of Safety, Ethics, Integrity, Quality & Trust – formally and visibly demonstrate support and understanding of Company core values; Ability to work independently; Ability to perform under deadline pressure; Ability to understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions; Ability to lead others through influence; Ability to learn on the Fly – Relentless and versatile learner that is open to change and enjoy the challenge of unfamiliar tasks. Quickly grasps the essence and the underlying structure of anything.
• Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree is preferred in civil, mining, mechanical, or a related engineering or construction-focused discipline.
• Work Requirements: Internship, co-op, or prior experience in mining, construction, manufacturing, heavy industry, or a similar hands-on operational environment is preferred.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Demonstrated leadership potential, initiative, and a strong desire to learn and grow within an operational leadership role.
• Professional presence with the ability to build credibility and work effectively with employees, supervisors, and cross-functional partners.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to listen, ask questions, and convey information clearly and respectfully.
• Ability to follow direction, learn quickly, and apply new knowledge in both office and field environments.
• Problem-solving skills and sound judgment, including the ability to identify issues, seek guidance when appropriate, and contribute to practical solutions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle information with professionalism and discretion.
• Computer proficiency and willingness to learn business and operational systems.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Able to safely drive a vehicle
• Regular required attendance and reporting ready to begin work at the designated start time
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as per company policy
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required
• Must be willing to travel and work away from home when required
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary
• Individuals are required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated operations and production areas as stated by OSHA and/or MSHA
• Compliance with all OSHA and/or MSHA regulations

What CRH Offers You

• Hightly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.