Quarry Operator

heidelbergmaterials; Shire Of Serpentine-Jarrahdale; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay

Meal allowances

Rostered days off

Home nightly

Training & development

Discounts on products

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials seeks an experienced Quarry/Plant Operator to join the Byford Quarry team. The role covers day-to-day operations of mobile and fixed plant, with a 6am start and 10+ hour shifts in a busy quarry near Byford, south of Perth.

You will operate and monitor crushing equipment, perform routine inspections, and support plant setup, calibration and shutdowns. The job offers overtime penalties, meal allowances, rostered days off and ongoing training within a stable, growing company.

Qualifications

• Experience in fixed or mobile crushing operations or mineral processing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and proactive maintenance attitude.
• Competence operating loaders, excavators and dump trucks; training available for right candidates.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor crushing plant and associated machinery safely and efficiently.
• Conduct routine plant inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Assist with plant set-up, calibration and shutdown procedures.
• Provide mobile plant support for hard rock processing operations and related equipment.

Skills

Crushing plant operation

Mobile plant operation

Mechanical aptitude

Positive can-do attitude

Tools

Mobile plant machinery

Job description

Are you an experienced Quarry Operator, Fixed Plant Operator or Process Operator or have previously worked as part of a mobile crushing or screening/processing team? Are you looking to secure a full-time stable job within the Perth Metro area?

About the site:

Located 4 km South of Byford, accessible from both Rockingham and Mandurah. Byford Quarry has been supplying crushed hard rock building materials into the Perth market for over half a century, with operations projected to extend for a further 75 years.

About the role:

• Based at Byford Quarry.
• 6am start and 10+ hr shifts.
• Carry out safely the day-to-day operations of mobile plant and other various duties around the quarry.
• Perform general labour or maintenance activities around the plant.

What We Offer:

• Attractive hourly rate of $37.93 with penalty rates for overtime, weekends, and public holidays,
• Additional allowances such as Meal allowances, Paid breaks, First Aid allowance etc.
• Rostered days off to support work-life balance
• Be home every night - no overnight or remote camp work required
• A stable, full-time role with a growing and supportive company
• A focus on ongoing training and career development
• The opportunity to join one of the world's leading building material suppliers

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor crushing plant and associated machinery safely and efficiently
• Conduct routine plant inspections and preventative maintenance works
• Assist with plant set-up, calibration, and shutdown procedures
• Mobile plant operation supporting hard rock processing operations - loader, articulated haul truck, skid steer - with opportunities to operate or progress onto other mining equipment.

Skills & Experience:

• Prior experience in fixed plant process operations, fixed or mobile crushing operations or other screening or mineral processing operations is highly regarded.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and a proactive attitude toward plant maintenance
• Competence in operating mobile plant and equipment will be highly regarded (e.g. loaders, excavators & dump trucks). Additional training can be provided for the right candidates.
• In line with the existing team a positive can-do attitude is a must.

About Heidelberg Materials

With more than 4,000 employees across 300 sites, we have an extensive production and logistics network across Australia.

We think global and act local - we benefit from global research and development enhanced by national collaboration to offer a comprehensive range of high-quality concrete, aggregates, road base, sand and asphalt products. We also produce a wide range of sustainable and recycled construction materials for civil construction and infrastructure projects.

We are driven by excellence and high performance and together we will shape Australia's construction materials industry building a legacy for generations to come.

Our Benefits

• Salary Sacrifice: Take control of your finances by saving on, technology, and work-related items through our salary sacrifice program.
• Learning and Development: Fuel your career ambitions with our extensive learning and development opportunities, enabling you to unlock your full potential.
• Paid Parental and Grandparent Leave: We support your family life with generous paid leave options, helping you cherish those precious moments with loved ones.
• Discounted Concrete & Quarry Products: Save on your home improvement projects with exclusive discounts on concrete and quarry products.
• Novated Leasing: Drive your dream car for less through our partnership with TFM, offering fantastic discounts on vehicles.
• Health and Well-being: Prioritise your health with discounted health insurance, access to retail outlets, and affordable gym memberships.
• Car Hire Discounts: Enjoy savings on car rentals through our exclusive car hire discounts.
• Electronics: Enjoy a 10% discount on a variety of products from JB HiFi.

Heidelberg Materials is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, and the LGBTQI+ community.