Quarry Operator - Heavy Machinery & Overtime (Weekends)

Heidelberg Materials; Hervey Bay; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform and PPE

Career development opportunities

Overtime and weekend work

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials Australia seeks a self-motivated Quarry Operator for the Kilmore East Quarry. You will operate and maintain vehicles, plant and equipment, including excavators, front-end loaders and dump trucks.

This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 6:00am–2:00pm, with rostered Saturday half-day shifts and overtime as needed. You will join a growing, global brand and work in a safety‑driven team environment.

Qualifications

• Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
• Total commitment to risk management and workplace health and safety.
• Ability to work within Heidelberg Materials' values and philosophies.
• Experience in quarrying or mining; heavy machinery experience essential.

Responsibilities

• Carry out day-to-day operation and maintenance of vehicles, plant and equipment.
• Operate heavy machinery including excavators, front-end loaders, and dump trucks.
• Perform general labouring tasks such as cleaning, hosing and shovelling.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Safety focus

Team player

CAT 990/992 loader experience

Rock breaker experience

Tools

Heavy machinery operation

Job description

Heidelberg Materials Australia seeks a self-motivated Quarry Operator for the Kilmore East Quarry. You will operate and maintain vehicles, plant and equipment, including excavators, front-end loaders and dump trucks.

This full-time role runs Monday to Friday, 6:00am–2:00pm, with rostered Saturday half-day shifts and overtime as needed. You will join a growing, global brand and work in a safety‑driven team environment.