Quarry Operator Afternoon Shift

026 Heidelberg Materials Australia Pty Ltd; Shire Of Serpentine-Jarrahdale; On-site; AUD 92,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive hourly rate

Overtime penalties

Meal allowances

Paid breaks

Rostered days off

Training and development

Stable full-time role

Discounted concrete & quarry products

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials Australia is hiring multiple process and mobile plant operators at Byford Quarry, located 4 km south of Byford in the Perth metro area. The role runs 10+ hour shifts with a 3:30 pm start, focusing on safe, efficient operation of mobile and fixed plant equipment.

We offer an attractive hourly rate of $44.56 plus overtime, meal and other allowances, rostered days off, ongoing training and career development within a global materials supplier.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Fixed plant ops

Mobile plant ops

Mechanical aptitude

Plant maintenance

Positive attitude

Job description

Job Summary

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? Heidelberg Materials is looking to hire multiple process and mobile plant operators as it seeks to increase output at one of its major Perth Hardrock quarrying operations.

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. 330pm 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 $44.56 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
• 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.

About Heidelberg Materials (continued)

Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials – your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions – setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work!

Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.