Quarry Operator – West Burleigh Talent Pool

Protech; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Protech seeks an experienced Quarry Operator for a busy quarry in West Burleigh on the southern end of the Gold Coast. This hands-on role requires proven quarry or mining experience, a strong safety commitment, and the ability to consistently achieve production targets. An immediate start is available with full-time hours (Mon–Fri) and potential 5.5 days per week.

Ordinary hours start from $42 per hour with overtime rates. Pre-employment medical and drug screening are required.

Qualifications

• Current Driver’s Licence and reliable transport (mandatory).
• Experience operating mobile plant in quarry, mining, civil, or heavy industry environment.
• Experience operating Loaders (with scales), Dump Trucks, or similar earthmoving equipment.
• Relevant mobile plant tickets or VOCs advantageous.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate mobile plant and equipment safely and efficiently within a quarry environment.
• Load, move and stockpile quarry materials in line with production requirements.
• Work collaboratively with site personnel to support daily operations.
• Conduct pre-start checks and maintain a strong focus on safety and housekeeping.
• Follow site procedures and contribute to a productive team environment.

Skills

Mobile plant operation

Safety consciousness

Team collaboration

Pre-start checks

Driving licence

Job description

Quarry Operator – West Burleigh Talent Pool

Protech are seeking an experienced Plant Operator for an immediate start at a busy quarry operation located in West Burleigh on the southern end of the Gold Coast. This is a hands-on role suited to an operator with demonstrated quarry or mining experience, a strong commitment to workplace safety, and the ability to consistently achieve production and performance targets.

Pre-employment medical completed including Drug and Alcohol screening

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Full time hours casualMon to Fri, with ability to work 5.5 days per week
• Minimal wet weather interruptions
• Ordinary hours starting from $42 per hour+ Overtime rates

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate mobile plant and equipment safely and efficiently within a quarry environment
• Load, move and stockpile quarry materials in line with production requirements
• Work collaboratively with site personnel to support daily operations
• Conduct pre-start checks and maintain a strong focus on safety and housekeeping
• Follow site procedures and contribute to a productive team environment

TICKETS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Current Driver’s Licence and reliable transport (mandatory)
• Experience operating mobile plant in a quarry, mining, civil, or heavy industry environment
• Experience operating Loaders (with scales), Dump Trucks, or similar earthmoving equipment highly regarded
• Relevant mobile plant tickets or VOCs advantageous
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety

ABOUT PROTECH

At Protech, we provide Great Work to Great People, taking the hassle out of work so you can focus on a job well done.

We’ve got your back with:

• Safe and reliable work.
• Regular check-ins.
• A ready, responsive and caring team.
• Correct pay, on time.

As an equal opportunity employer, Protech provides opportunities with leading clients across construction, mining, asphalt, rail, warehousing and manufacturing and has branches in every state and territory. This means we can provide you with Great Work, no matter where you call home.