Quarry Operator: Heavy Machinery, Safety & Overtime

026 Heidelberg Materials Australia Pty Ltd; Canberra; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Super Saturday Allowances

PPE and Uniform

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a self-motivated Quarry Operator for the Canberra Quarry in Williamsdale, Australia. This permanent full-time role runs Monday to Friday, with potential overtime and Saturdays.

Expect to operate loaders, dump trucks, excavators, and crushing/screening plants while supporting maintenance and weighbridge tasks. Applicants should value safety, have a strong work ethic, and be able to work both independently and in a small team.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy machinery preferred (Loader/Dump Truck/Excavator) or willingness to learn.
• Commitment to Zero Harm and safety leadership.
• Ability to follow pre-start and maintenance procedures for fixed and mobile plant.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy mobile equipment including Dump Trucks, Front End Loaders, Excavators and Crushing/Screening Plant Machinery.
• Perform general fixed plant maintenance and inspections to keep operations safe and running.
• Assist with weighbridge duties as required and contribute to team tasks.

Skills

Loader

Dump Truck

Excavator

Crushing and Screening

Job description

Heidelberg Materials is seeking a self-motivated Quarry Operator for the Canberra Quarry in Williamsdale, Australia. This permanent full-time role runs Monday to Friday, with potential overtime and Saturdays.

Expect to operate loaders, dump trucks, excavators, and crushing/screening plants while supporting maintenance and weighbridge tasks. Applicants should value safety, have a strong work ethic, and be able to work both independently and in a small team.