Operator

026 Heidelberg Materials Australia Pty Ltd; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Sacrifice

Learning & Development

Paid parental leave

Discounted quarry products

Novated leasing

Health insurance discounts

Car hire discounts

JB HiFi discounts

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a hands-on operator for our Pink Lily and Fitzroy Sands quarries in Rockhampton. You will operate sand dredgers, loaders, washing and screening plants, and excavators as part of a dynamic quarry team.

The role requires tickets and a safety-first mindset, with opportunities for professional development and overtime as needed, based in Rockhampton.

Qualifications

• Front End Loader ticket.
• Excavator ticket.
• Dredge operations including monitoring efficiencies to maximize daily production targets.
• Experience with mobile and fixed plant pre-starts, fault finding and basic maintenance.
• Solid safety mindset and ability to spot hazards.
• Good communication skills and willingness to speak up in site meetings.
• HR truck licence (highly regarded, but not essential).
• Forklift ticket (highly regarded, but not essential).

Responsibilities

• Operate sand dredgers, front end loaders, fixed and mobile sand washing and screening plants, excavators, and other quarry gear.
• Work independently or as part of the sand production operation team.
• Monitor efficiencies to maximize and achieve daily production targets.

Skills

Front End Loader

Excavator

Dredge ops

Safety mindset

Communication

Job description

Pink Lily & Fitzroy Sands Quarries – Rockhampton

Heidelberg Materials is chasing a reliable, hands‑on operator to join the crew at our Pink Lily and Fitzroy Sands quarries.

About the Role:

• The position is full-time with overtime as required based in Rockhampton.
• The successful applicant must be able to work both independent and part of the sand production operation team.

You’ll be on the tools operating:

• Sand Dredgers
• Front end loaders
• Fixed and mobile sand washing and screening plants
• Excavators
• Other general quarry gear

Background and Experience required:

• Front End Loader ticket
• Excavator ticket
• Dredge operations including monitoring operational efficiencies to maximize and achieve daily production targets
• Experience with mobile and fixed plant pre-starts, fault finding and basic maintenance
• Solid safety mindset and ability to spot hazards
• Good communication skills and willingness to speak up in site meetings
• HR truck licence (highly regarded, but not essential)
• Forklift ticket (highly regarded, but not essential)

Our Benefits

At Heidelberg Materials, we understand that your well‑being and professional growth are essential. That’s why we offer a comprehensive range of employee benefits to enhance your work‑life balance, personal development, and financial savings.

• Salary Sacrifice: Take control of your finances by saving on technology, and work‑related items through our salary sacrifice program.
• Learning and Development: Fuel your career ambitions with our extensive learning and development opportunities, enabling you to unlock your full potential.
• Paid Parental and Grandparent Leave: We support your family life with generous paid leave options, helping you cherish those precious moments with loved ones.
• Discounted Concrete & Quarry Products: Save on your home improvement projects with exclusive discounts on concrete and quarry products.
• Novated Leasing: Drive your dream car for less through our partnership with TFM, offering fantastic discounts on vehicles.
• Health and Well‑being: Prioritise your health with discounted health insurance, access to retail outlets, and affordable gym memberships.
• Car Hire Discounts: Enjoy savings on car rentals through our exclusive car hire discounts.
• Electronics: Enjoy a 10% discount on a variety of products from JB HiFi.