Quarry Operator

Randstad; Bacchus Marsh; On-site; AUD 59,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Randstad Pty in Victoria is hiring a heavy plant operator for a Monday to Friday roster (4:00 PM–2:00 AM) with occasional overtime. You will safely operate Front End Loaders, Articulated Haul Trucks (Moxy) and Watercarts, and monitor the sand washing plant with daily pre-start checks.

This role requires teamwork in a close-knit crew and a zero-harm safety culture. Day shift onboarding is required for the first month.

Qualifications

• Valid tickets for Front End Loader, Articulated Haul Truck (Moxy), and Watercart.
• Current MR or HR Driver Licence.
• Experience in quarrying, mining, sand processing, or heavy civil earthmoving.
• Strong commitment to safety and zero-harm workplace practices.
• Reliable work ethic with the ability to work well within a close-knit crew.
• Full Australian working rights.

Responsibilities

• Safe operation of heavy mobile plant: Front End Loaders, Articulated Haul Trucks (Moxy), and Watercarts.
• Operating and monitoring the fixed sand washing and processing plant.
• Conducting plant inspections, routine preventative maintenance, and site housekeeping.
• Completing daily pre-start checks and logbooks.
• Actively participating in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Tools

Front End Loader Ticket

Moxy Ticket

Water Cart Ticket

MR/HR Licence

Job description

About the Role

• Roster: Monday - Friday, 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM (Occasional overtime)

• Training: Must be available on Day Shift for the first month to complete site onboarding and equipment sign-offs

• Pay: $43.11/hr during initial day shift training, increasing to $56.04/hr on night shift

Key Responsibilities

• Safe operation of heavy mobile plant: Front End Loaders, Articulated Haul Trucks (Moxy), and Watercarts

• Operating and monitoring the fixed sand washing and processing plant

• Conducting plant inspections, routine preventative maintenance, and site housekeeping (washdowns and hosing)

• Completing daily pre-start checks and logbooks

• Actively participating in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and continuous improvement initiatives

What You Bring

• Valid tickets for Front End Loader, Articulated Haul Truck (Moxy), and Watercart

• Current MR or HR Driver Licence

• Prior experience in quarrying, mining, sand processing, or heavy civil earthmoving

• Strong commitment to safety and zero-harm workplace practices

• Reliable work ethic with the ability to work well within a close-knit crew

• Full Australian working rights

Pre-Employment Requirements

Successful candidates must be able to complete and pass:

• Comprehensive Pre-Employment Medical (including physical functional assessment & silica testing)

• Drug & Alcohol screen

• National Police Check

• Satisfactory professional reference checks

qualification

• Front End Loader Ticket
• Moxy Ticket
• Water Cart Ticket
• MR or HR Licence

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