Plant Operator - Quarries

Boral; Inner West; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and career development

Permanent role

Competitive hourly rate + overtime and

Equal opportunity employer

Work180 endorsed

Job summary

Boral is seeking a skilled Plant Operator to safely and efficiently run mobile and fixed plant equipment at our St Peters Quarry. You will contribute to crushing operations, perform basic maintenance, and keep a clean, organized work area while following safety procedures.

The role offers training and career development, a permanent position, an hourly rate with overtime and allowances, and the chance to work as part of a committed team within Australia’s leading quarry operator.

Qualifications

• Experience with mobile plant operation is essential.
• HR truck licence is advantageous but not required.
• Quarry experience valued but not necessary.
• Self-motivated with a strong safety and quality focus.
• Ability to work well in a team with minimal supervision.
• Available to work a rotating roster.

Responsibilities

• Operate quarry mobile plant and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Manage the operation of the crushing plant with precision.
• Perform basic maintenance and keep plant clean.
• Contribute to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Participate in safety initiatives, including pre-start checks and incidents reporting.

Skills

Mobile plant operation

Crushing plant operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Job description

We’re hiring a skilled Plant Operator to ensure the safe and efficient operation of mobile and fixed plant equipment at our St Peters Quarry. Become an essential part of our dedicated team and help drive our operations forward.

Your day will involve:

• Operate quarry mobile plant and equipment (Haul Truck, Excavator, and/or Front-End Loader) safely and efficiently.
• Manage the operation of the crushing plant with precision.
• Perform basic maintenance and maintain plant cleanliness.
• Engage in problem-solving and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Participate in safety initiatives, including pre-start checks, toolbox talks, and incident reporting.

What are we looking for?

• Experience with mobile plant operation is essential (Sales Loader experience is a bonus).
• HR truck licence is advantageous but not required.
• Quarry experience is valued but not necessary.
• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team with minimal supervision.
• Available to work a rotating roster

What’s on offer?

• Access to comprehensive training and career development opportunities.
• Enjoy the stability of a permanent role.
• Competitive hourly rate plus overtime and allowances.
• Proudly an equal opportunity employer.
• Endorsed by Work180 for gender equality.

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.