As a Quarry Manager, you will need to master following:

• communicate on minerals issues
• communicate on the environmental impact of mining
• ensure mining records are maintained
• evaluate mine development projects
• identify process improvements
• impact of geological factors on mining operations
• inspect mine safety conditions
• maintain plans of a mining site
• manage mining plant equipment
• mine safety legislation
• mining engineering
• monitor mine costs
• monitor mine production
• oversee mine planning activities

More generally, a quarry manager is also versed in:

• develop health and safety strategies in mining
• ensure compliance with safety legislation
• manage commercial risks
• manage emergency procedures
• optimise financial performance
• supervise staff

It also helps to know the following:

• abide by business ethical code of conducts
• advise on geology for mineral extraction
• apply transportation management concepts
• investigate mine accidents
• liaise with geology professionals
• mechanical engineering
• train employees in mine safety
• train mine engineers
• address problems critically
• adhere to organisational guidelines
• business analysis
• business management principles
• communicate with customers
• economics
• forecast organisational risks
• geology