A & L McCrae Ltd

A & L McCrae Ltd Monday 7am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 5:30pm
Thursday 7am - 5:30pm
Friday 7am - 5:30pm
Saturday - Appointment
Sunday - Closed

Welcome to Barrachander Quarry. Barrachander Quarry is an independent quarry situated in the heart of the west coast of Scotland. Capable of supplying large scale infrastructure and renewable energy projects with high quality aggregates. We are open to the trade and the public. Plant Hire
A&L McCrae have an extensive fleet of modern fuel efficient machinery including - Excavators, dumptrucks, crus

hers, screeners & more. Haulage
With our own fleet of haulage vehicles and using trusted haulage contractors we are able to fill orders of any size

Aggregate
We supply high quality aggregates, in a wide range of sizes and grades. Available to the trade and the public, either delivered to site or picked up at the quarry. Contracting
We are contracted for a wide range of projects including Road Construction, Road Upgrades, Marine Works, Civil Engineering, Contract Crushing and Pier Construction.

A&L McCrae are looking for a Materials Testing Technician & BSI Quality ManagerLocation: Clachan, Barrachander & Achnaba...
21/05/2026

A&L McCrae are looking for a Materials Testing Technician & BSI Quality Manager

Location: Clachan, Barrachander & Achnaba
Full-Time | Competitive Salary | Company Vehicle | Pension

We are looking for an experienced, motivated, and hands-on Materials Testing Technician & BSI Quality Manager to join our growing ready-mix concrete and aggregates business.

This is a key role within the company, responsible for maintaining the highest standards of product quality, compliance, and technical performance across our quarrying, aggregates, and ready-mix operations.

The successful candidate will work closely with operational teams, batching plants, quarry management, and external auditors to ensure all products consistently meet industry standards and customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

* Carry out sampling and testing of:
* Ready-mix concrete
* Aggregates
* Sand
* Perform on-site and laboratory testing in line with:
* BSI standards
* EN standards
* Quality management procedures
* Manage and maintain the company’s:
* BSI Quality Management Systems
* Factory Production Control (FPC)
* Accreditation documentation
* Prepare for and lead external BSI audits
* Maintain calibration records and testing equipment
* Investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions
* Produce technical reports and compliance documentation
* Work alongside plant managers and operational staff to improve product consistency and efficiency
* Ensure compliance with health & safety and environmental procedures
* Assist with mix design monitoring and materials performance analysis

Requirements

* Experience within:
* Ready-mix concrete
* Quarrying
* Aggregates
* Civil engineering materials testing
* Knowledge of:
* BSI standards
* Concrete and aggregate testing procedures
* Quality assurance systems
* Ability to work independently and manage multiple sites
* Good IT and reporting skills
* Full UK driving licence
* Strong communication and organisational skills

Preferred Qualifications

* Concrete Technology qualification
* Experience managing ISO / BSI systems
* NVQ or equivalent in construction materials testing
* Familiarity with UKAS or third-party accreditation systems

What We Offer

* Competitive salary based on experience
* Company vehicle
* Pension scheme
* Long-term career progression
* Opportunity to join a successful and expanding business
* Supportive and professional working environment

If you are a driven and technically minded individual who takes pride in quality, standards, and operational excellence, we would like to hear from you.

To apply:
Please send your CV and covering letter to

📧 [email protected]

☎️ 01866833355

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Ready-Mix Concrete BatcherLocation:Lochgilphead/ Barrachander Full-Time | PermanentA&L McCrae are looking to recruit an ...
11/05/2026

Ready-Mix Concrete Batcher

Location:

Lochgilphead/ Barrachander

Full-Time | Permanent

A&L McCrae are looking to recruit an experienced and reliable Ready-Mix Concrete Batcher to join our growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join our growing ready-mix concrete business. With long term contracts secured.

We are looking for someone who is organised, safety-conscious, and capable of working in a production environment while maintaining high standards of quality and customer service.

Key Responsibilities

* Operating and managing the concrete batching plant
* Producing ready-mix concrete to specification and quality standards
* Scheduling and coordinating concrete loads with drivers and customers
* Managing stock levels of aggregates, cement, and admixtures
* Carrying out daily plant checks and basic maintenance
* Ensuring health & safety procedures are followed at all times
* Maintaining accurate production records and delivery information
* Communicating effectively with drivers, customers, and management

Requirements

* Previous experience in ready-mix concrete batching preferred
* Good understanding of concrete mixes and production processes
* Computer literate and comfortable using batching systems
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Ability to work independently and under pressure
* Reliable, punctual, and safety-focused attitude
* Quarry or construction materials industry experience advantageous

What We Offer

* Competitive salary based on experience
* Company pension
* Long-term stable employment
* Opportunity to work within a growing and ambitious business
* Supportive team environment
* Overtime opportunities available
* transport

Apply Now

To apply, please send your CV and a short covering note outlining your experience to:

[email protected]

Or contact:
01866 833 355

A&L McCrae Ltd is an equal opportunities employer.

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17/04/2026

Our contracting division out doing road repairs for our major client United Infrastructure, PC for SSEN. Utilising our John Deere motor grader, followed by one of our Bomag rollers.

The certified type 1 wearing course being delivered by our tipper fleet from Achnaba quarry.

Setting the access road back to the correct grade and camber. Ready for the next phase of construction.

For all new build roads and access track upgrades contact below and one of the team will be happy to help 👌

☎️ 01866 833 355
📧 [email protected]

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12/04/2026

Our third Semix batching plant supplied by Blue Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 nearing completion at Achnaba hard rock quarry. Giving us full coverage of the West Coast with our BSI certified concrete in any volume from one of our three plants across Argyll.

Coming online next week to start supplying all projects from large scale substations to a 1/4 cube of lean mix into a builders pickup at the quarry.

☎️ 01866 833 355
📧 [email protected]

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20/03/2026

Some of our tipper fleet delivering our certificated armour stone out to Bute👌

For all certified aggregates and earthworks series materials, in any volume to any location.

Delivered all over Argyll and the islands from one of our four quarry locations.

✅Local knowledgeable staff
✅All materials from all quarries certified
✅UKAS laboratory and technicians
✅BSI certification
✅In house haulage fleet and logistics
✅Largest production capacity in the west to accommodate orders of any size.

☎️ 01866 833 355
📧 [email protected]
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24/02/2026

Our BSI Kite Marked ready-mix concrete is produced under strict quality controls and transported efficiently from plant to site, supporting projects of every scale with consistency and confidence.

A dependable solution for both local developments and major construction programmes.

16/02/2026

Two lorries climbing the hill – Volvo FH leading the way, followed by the Scania V8 💪
Then the heavy hitters arrive… 2 × Hitachi ZX490s getting stuck into the Clachan Quarry blast rock.
Finished off with the JCB loading the Powerscreen PT450 and Maxtrac 1150, turning rock into results.

Another solid day on site for A&L McCrae 🚧⚙️

31/01/2026

Our 3rd Doosan DL550 loading shovel added to the quarrying fleet. All the way from France 🇫🇷 to Barrachander 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 , ready for Iain and the fleet of tippers on Monday morning.

Top job by James organising all the permits and bringing her home 👍

Aggregates- Readymix Concrete- Contracting
Muckaway- Plant Hire.

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☎️ 01866 833 355

📧 [email protected]

UPDATE- we have had a large volume of CV’S sent over, On Monday we will go through them and contact people for interview...
28/01/2026

UPDATE- we have had a large volume of CV’S sent over, On Monday we will go through them and contact people for interviews. Thanks everyone for contacting us 👍

Job title - Quarry Excavator Operator

Contract type - Permanent, full time.

Role - This role will be mainly working within our hard rock quarries throughout the west coast . There will be an occasional need to work within the contracting business when the need arises.

Stable long term work .

Experience in quarrying and crushing operations is beneficial but not essential,working to a high standard and to a specification will be required at all times.

Competitive salary, overtime,van and benefits.

If interested in joining our team or if you would like any further information email [email protected] with your CV

Call 01866 833 355

Or facebook messenger

Address

Taynuilt
PA351HD

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 5pm
Tuesday 7am - 5pm
Wednesday 7am - 5pm
Thursday 7am - 5pm
Friday 7am - 5pm

Telephone

01866833355

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