Plant Operator - Quarries

Boral; Perth; On-site; AUD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Allowances

Permanent role

Mentoring

Job summary

Boral invites applications for a permanent, full-time Plant Operator at the Orange Grove site in Perth WA. You will be responsible for the safe operation of our quarry mobile and fixed plant equipment, with focus on reliability and quality.

Typical shifts start early and can extend beyond ten hours, Monday to Saturday, with ongoing mentoring from industry leaders. We value teamwork, safety, and a proactive approach to maintenance and housekeeping.

Qualifications

• Experience in loader operations (CAT 972/980) or face loading (CAT 990) is highly advantageous.
• Experience with front end loader, haul trucks, Moxy or grader is valued.
• Familiarity with Loadrite scales and mobile screening operations is advantageous.
• Quarry experience is beneficial but not essential.
• Self-motivated, safety-conscious and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate quarry mobile and fixed plant equipment.
• Perform basic maintenance and keep the work area clean and organised.
• Contribute to safety initiatives including pre-start checks, toolbox talks, and incident/hazard reporting.

Skills

Loader operations

Face loading

Front End loader

Haul Truck

Moxy

Grader

Loadrite scales

Mobile screening

Safety focus

Tools

Loadrite scales

Job description

Boral are happy to present a permanent, full-time opportunity for a dedicated Plant Operator to become an integral part of our dynamic and dedicated team. You will undertake responsibility for ensuring the secure and proficient operation of our quarry's mobile and fixed plant equipment located at our Orange Grove site - Perth WA.

Your day will involve

• Most days will start at 6am and operators can work up to and over 10 hours per day
• Safe operation of quarry mobile plant as required
• Basic maintenance and plant housekeeping
• Participation in safety initiatives including pre-starts, toolboxes and incident / hazard reporting

What are we looking for?

• Experience in Sales Loader operations (CAT 972 / 980 or similar) or Face Loading operations (CAT 990 or similar) - Highly Advantageous
• Experience with Front End loader/Haul Truck/Moxy/Grader also considered
• Have the ability to use Loadrite scales, and previous experience with mobile screening operations - Highly advantageous
• Quarry experience highly regarded, but not essential
• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to safety and quality
• Are a team player and enjoy being part of a productive team
• Availability to work Monday to Saturday

What’s on offer

• Quarry industry leading hourly rate + overtime + allowances
• Employment stability – permanent role
• Ongoing mentoring and guidance from industry leaders and subject matter experts
• 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.