Plant Operator

Boral Limited; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring

Permanent role

Overtime opportunities

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Boral Quarries in Montrose, Victoria, is seeking a dedicated Plant Operator to ensure safe and proficient operation of our quarry's mobile equipment. This permanent, full-time role offers stability and the chance to contribute to daily production.

You'll perform stockpile operations with tipper trucks, operate the crushing and processing plant, carry out basic servicing, and participate in safety and continuous improvement initiatives with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• HR license is desirable but not essential.
• Experience in manufacturing, mechanical or quarry operations.
• Must be able to work Monday to Saturday.

Responsibilities

• Operate tipper trucks for stockpiling.
• Safely operate crushing & processing plant.
• Basic servicing and maintenance of plant & equipment.
• Identify and respond to problems and breakdowns.
• Participate in safety initiatives including pre-starts, toolboxes and incident reporting.
• Contribute to problem solving and continuous improvement activities.
• Be a self-starter with minimal supervision.

Skills

HR license

Experience in quarry operations

Multi-role capability

Safety focus

Interpersonal skills

Weekend availability

Job description

Your next opportunity

Exciting permanent, full-time opportunity for a dedicated Plant Operator to become an integral part of our dynamic and dedicated team. As the latest addition to our workforce, you will be responsible for ensuring the secure and proficient operation of our quarry's mobile equipment at our Montrose Quarry.

Your day will involve:

• Operation of tipper truck conducting stockpiling operations
• Safe operation of crushing & processing plant
• Basic servicing and maintenance of plant & equipment
• Identify and respond to problems, breakdowns and changes in routine
• Participation in safety initiatives including pre-starts, toolboxes and incident reporting
• Active participation in problem solving and continuous improvement activities.
• Be a self-starter who can work without direct supervision

What are we looking for?

The successful candidate must demonstrate:

• HR license is desirable but not essential
• Experience in manufacturing, mechanical or quarry operations will be highly regarded
• Ability to safely and effectively carry out multiple roles in an operational environment
• A strong commitment to safety and the environment
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective working relationships with all people
• Availability and commitment to work Monday to Saturday essential

What’s on offer?

• Ongoing mentoring and guidance from industry leaders and subject matter experts
• Employment stability - permanent role
• Competitive hourly rate + overtime + allowances
• Work for an Equal Opportunity Employer - At Boral, we understand that diversity brings many benefits, and we are increasingly encouraging greater diversity within our workplaces.

About Boral Quarries

Boral is Australia's leading quarry operator, with 76 quarries, sand pits and gravel operations, supplying about 30 million tonnes of product annually. Our raw materials of stone, gravel and sand are used to build our homes, workplaces, public buildings, roads, and key infrastructure projects.

Our people provide solutions to help customers and stakeholders build a sustainable future in a changing world. Our values are what matters to us and guide our behaviours: Safety, Teamwork, Ambition, Accountability and Respect.

We're proud of our legacy as a great Australian business and have a strong foundation to improve and continue fulfilling our purpose and what we do best - building something great.

Boral values and is committed to creating a diverse working environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All suitable applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or age.