Quarry Operations Lead: Safe, Efficient Production

026 Heidelberg Materials Australia Pty Ltd; Cabonne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

PPE provided

Uniforms supplied

Training provided

Career development

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is recruiting a Quarry Supervisor for East Guyong Quarry, between Orange and Bathurst. You will supervise drilling, blasting, excavation, crushing and screening, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance and efficient production.

The role requires 5+ years in supervision, strong leadership and a valid heavy equipment certification, with on-site outdoor work. You will develop production plans, monitor equipment performance, train staff and maintain records, while collaborating

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a quarry supervisory role.
• Strong knowledge of quarrying techniques, equipment and safety procedures.
• Understanding of health, safety and environmental regulations relevant to mining.
• Valid driver's license and relevant heavy equipment certifications.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks in outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily quarry operations including drilling, blasting, excavation, crushing and screening.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety and environmental regulations and company policies.
• Develop and implement production plans to meet output targets and quality specs.
• Monitor and optimize equipment performance; schedule maintenance and repairs.
• Lead, train and manage quarry personnel to maintain a productive, safe workplace.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Maintain accurate production records, inventory levels and operational reports.
• Collaborate with quality control and logistics to ensure smooth operations.
• Implement cost-effective strategies to optimize resource use and reduce expenses.
• Respond to and resolve operational issues and emergencies efficiently.

Skills

Quarry operations

Supervisory experience

Safety compliance

Leadership

Outdoor/field work

Education

Mining or related qualification

Tools

Heavy equipment certifications

Drilling equipment knowledge

Job description

Heidelberg Materials is recruiting a Quarry Supervisor for East Guyong Quarry, between Orange and Bathurst. You will supervise drilling, blasting, excavation, crushing and screening, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance and efficient production.

The role requires 5+ years in supervision, strong leadership and a valid heavy equipment certification, with on-site outdoor work. You will develop production plans, monitor equipment performance, train staff and maintain records, while collaborating