Quarry Operations Lead: Safety & Production

Heidelberg Materials; Cabonne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + super

Company vehicle

PPE provided

Training and development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials Australia is seeking a Quarry Supervisor for East Guyong Quarry, midway between Orange and Bathurst. You will oversee daily operations, ensuring safety, production targets and quality while managing a team.

Reporting to the Quarry Manager, you will supervise drilling, blasting, crushing, and site maintenance, develop plans, monitor performance and drive continuous improvement in a challenging outdoor environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of supervisory quarry experience.
• Knowledge of quarrying techniques, equipment and safety procedures.
• Strong understanding of health, safety and environmental regulations in mining.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks.
• Proficient in using reporting tools and software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee drilling, blasting, excavation, crushing and screening operations.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Develop production plans to meet output targets and quality specs.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate maintenance.
• Lead and train quarry personnel for safe, productive operations.
• Inspect site regularly to identify and mitigate hazards.
• Maintain production records, inventory and reports.
• Collaborate with quality control and logistics for smooth operations.
• Implement cost-saving strategies for resource optimization and cost control.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning & organizing

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Heavy equipment operations

Education

Degree or vocational qualification in mining or geology

Safety/regulatory training

Tools

MS Office / reporting tools

Job description

Heidelberg Materials Australia is seeking a Quarry Supervisor for East Guyong Quarry, midway between Orange and Bathurst. You will oversee daily operations, ensuring safety, production targets and quality while managing a team.

Reporting to the Quarry Manager, you will supervise drilling, blasting, crushing, and site maintenance, develop plans, monitor performance and drive continuous improvement in a challenging outdoor environment.