Plant Operator - Quarries

Boral; Shadforth; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility in how you work

Mentoring from industry leaders

Permanent employment

Diversity and equal opportunity

Job summary

Boral is hiring a Plant Operator for the Shadforth Quarry. This permanent, full-time role involves safely operating mobile and fixed plant, including front-end loaders and crushers, with a focus on quality and teamwork.

You will participate in pre-starts, toolbox talks and incident reporting, with ongoing mentoring from industry leaders and opportunities for continuous improvement in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Quarry experience highly regarded, but not essential.
• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to safety and quality.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team with minimal supervision.
• Availability to work Monday to Saturday.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loader and other quarry mobile plant (Haul Truck, Excavator, and/or Dump Truck).
• Safely operate fixed and mobile crushing plants.
• Perform basic maintenance and housekeeping of plant.
• Participate in problem solving and continuous improvement activities.
• Engage in safety initiatives including pre-starts, toolbox talks and incident reporting.

Skills

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Minimal supervision

Job description

We're excited to present an outstanding opportunity: a permanent, full-time position for a dedicated Plant Operator to join our Shadforth Quarry Team. As our newest member, you will undertake responsibility for ensuring the secure and proficient operation of our quarry's mobile and fixed plant equipment.

Your day will involve:

• Safe operation of front-end loader and other quarry mobile plant as required (Haul Truck, Excavator and/or Dump Truck)
• Safe operation of both fixed and mobile crushing plant
• Basic maintenance and plant housekeeping
• Active participation in problem solving and continuous improvement activities
• Participation in safety initiatives including pre-starts, toolboxes and incident reporting

What are we looking for?

• Quarry experience highly regarded, but not essential
• Self-motivated with a strong commitment to safety and quality
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a team with minimal supervision
• Availability to work Monday to Saturday

What’s on offer?

• Flex@Boral - enjoy flexibility in how you work
• 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 76quarries, 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 foret employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability or age.