Plant Operator - Quarries (Afternoon)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Saturday overtime opportunities

Afternoon shift allowance 15%

Job summary

Boral is seeking motivated Plant Operators to join our Petrie Quarry team in Brisbane for a permanent, full-time role with stable employment. The position offers a 9.30am start and an afternoon shift, delivering a safer, more predictable schedule.

You will operate both mobile and fixed plant equipment at Petrie, with a strong emphasis on safety, quality, and teamwork. The role includes opportunities for Saturday overtime and a competitive hourly rate with an afternoon shift allowance.

Qualifications

• Experience in mobile plant operation; Front End loader desirable but not essential.
• HR truck licence is advantageous but not essential.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Safe operation of Dump Haul truck, Front-end loader and other quarry mobile plant as required.
• Safe operation of the 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.

Skills

Mobile plant operation

Job description

Your next opportunity

Boral is seeking motivated Plant Operators to join our team at the Petrie Quarry in a permanent, full-time role. If you're looking for stable employment and a work schedule that gives you more time in the morning, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

Become an integral part of our dynamic and dedicated Quarries team. Working the afternoon shift (9.30am start), you will undertake responsibility for ensuring the secure and proficient operation of our quarry's mobile and fixed plant equipment located at our Petrie, Brisbane Quarry.

Shift Hours

Monday to Friday - 9.30am - 6:30pm, with Saturday work available

Your day will involve:

• Safe operation of Dump Haul truck, Front-end loader and other quarry mobile plant as required
• Safe operation of the 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?

• Experience in mobile plant operation (Front End loader desirable but not essential)

HR truck licence is advantageous but not essential

• 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

What’s on offer?

• Ongoing mentoring and guidance from industry leaders and subject matter experts
• Employment stability - permanent role
• Predictable Monday to Friday roster - no rotating shifts
• Additional Saturday overtime opportunities available
• Competitive hourly rate + 15% Afternoon shift allowance
• 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.