Quarry Operators - Excavator, Loader, Crusher

Marino Plant Hire; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Marino Quarry in Cairns is seeking an experienced Quarry Operator to join our locally based team. You’ll operate wheel loaders, excavators and crushing equipment to keep production running safely and efficiently.

We value reliability, hands-on approach and pride in maintaining machinery. You will work with a supportive crew, enjoy a stable local role with no FIFO, and contribute to a well-maintained operation across our Cairns site.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating heavy machinery in quarry/mining/construction environments.
• Current driver’s licence and machinery competencies.
• Commitment to workplace safety and reliability.

Responsibilities

• Operate quarry machinery (wheel loaders, excavators, crushing equipment).
• Load trucks and manage stockpiles and quarry materials.
• Assist with crushing, screening and production activities.

Skills

Heavy machinery

Wheel loader

Excavator

Crushing equipment

Screening equipment

Mechanical knowledge

Safety

Driver's licence

Teamwork

Job description

Quarry Operators - Excavator, Loader, Crusher

Quarry Operators | Cairns | Home Every Night

Heavy machinery. Local work. Home every night.

Looking for a local role in Cairns that offers a good balance between work and home life?

Marino Quarry is looking for an experienced Quarry Operator to join our team in Cairns.

We're looking for a reliable, hands-on operator who takes pride in their work, looks after their machinery and enjoys being part of a hardworking team.

The Role

You’ll be involved in the day-to-day operations of our Cairns quarry, working with a range of heavy machinery and helping keep production running safely and efficiently.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Operating quarry machinery, including wheel loaders, excavators and crushing equipment.
• Loading trucks and managing stockpiles and quarry materials.
• Assisting with crushing, screening and general quarry production activities.
• Carrying out daily pre-start inspections, routine servicing and basic equipment maintenance.
• Identifying and reporting mechanical issues before they become bigger problems.
• Maintaining a safe, clean and organised worksite.
• Working alongside the team to keep operations running smoothly.

What We're Looking For

We're after someone who knows their way around heavy machinery, has a good attitude and isn’t afraid to get their hands dirty.

Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Previous experience operating heavy machinery in a quarry, mining or civil construction environment.
• Experience operating wheel loaders and excavators.
• Experience with crushing and screening equipment will be highly regarded.
• Good mechanical knowledge and a willingness to assist with general maintenance.
• A strong commitment to workplace safety.
• A current driver’s licence and relevant machinery competencies.
• Reliability, initiative and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Above all, we’re looking for someone who takes pride in doing a good job and treats the equipment as if it were their own.

Why Join Marino Quarry?

Because there's more to life than work.

We understand the importance of having a good balance between work and home life.

Here’s what you can look forward to:

• Home every night: No FIFO, no camps and no weeks spent away from family.
• Cairns lifestyle: Enjoy everything Far North Queensland has to offer, without having to travel away for work.
• Variety in your day: Work with different machinery and be involved in all aspects of quarry operations.
• A supportive team: Work alongside experienced people who value teamwork, safety and getting the job done.
• Well-maintained machinery: Work with quality heavy equipment in an established local operation.
• Long-term opportunities: Be part of a locally based business with opportunities to develop your skills.

About Marino Quarry

Marino Quarry is a locally operated quarry business based in Cairns, supplying quality quarry materials and aggregates to the civil construction and infrastructure industries throughout Far North Queensland.

We’re a hands-on business that values reliable people, well-maintained machinery and a practical approach to getting the job done safely and efficiently.