Quarry Superintendent
Working at Walker
At Walker, your contribution matters. Become part of a team you can count on and where your health and safety are our priority. Our team of more than 1200 people work in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries. We are a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operating from our base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We care about the environment, each other, and our neighbours, and give back to our communities. Join us on our journey to build a sustainable future, together.
About the Job
As Quarry Superintendent, you’ll lead day-to-day operations at our Severn Quarry. You’ll supervise a large team, coordinate maintenance programs, and ensure that safety, environmental compliance, and production goals are consistently met. Your leadership will be key in maintaining efficiency, fostering a positive team culture, and upholding our commitment to community and regulatory engagement. The salary range for this role is between $90,000 - $110,000 based on qualifications and experience.
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead and supervise daily operations at a large-scale aggregate and quarry site
Manage and mentor a team of 40+ employees, overseeing hiring, training, reviews, and workforce planning
Schedule and execute maintenance for stationary and mobile equipment to minimize downtime
Oversee drilling and blasting operations, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards
Identify and procure equipment, materials, and tools to maintain continuous, efficient operations
Develop and manage both short- and long-term extraction plans and financial budgets
Liaise with ministries and regulatory bodies (MOL, MNR, MOE) and maintain all required documentation
Represent the company at community events and maintain strong public and stakeholder relationships
Here’s What You Need
High school diploma plus a 3-year college diploma (CET, Operations Management, or Business)
Valid G-Class Ontario driver’s license in good standing
5–7 years in aggregate, quarry, or related operations, including supervisory responsibilities
Proven ability to lead a large crew, manage shift rotations, and work with subcontractors
Hands-on experience managing multimillion-dollar budgets and high-volume production (2 million tons/year)
Technical Knowledge:
Familiarity with site plans and KPI reporting
Experience with drilling and blasting (an asset)
Strong understanding of Health & Safety regulations and WHMIS
What’s in it for you
You become part of a team you can count on
A comprehensive total rewards package and benefits to support your wellbeing
Leaders who support your growth and success
A workplace that provides the best health & safety practices in industry
Give back to your community with two paid volunteer days annually and opportunities to become involved in events
If you're ready to bring your experience, leadership, and drive to a role that truly matters — we want to hear from you.
Apply now to become the next Quarry Superintendent at our Severn Quarry.
At Walker, your contribution matters. If you share our commitment to giving back to your community and caring about the environment we’d love to hear from you. Our workplaces strive to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all ethnicities, race, religions, gender identities and expression, Indigenous communities, and persons with disabilities.
Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please let us know when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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