Site Operations Manager – Concrete and Quarry

Adbri Limited; Alice Springs; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Learning & development opportunities

Employee discounts on Adbri products

Extra leave options

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Service awards

Job summary

Adbri is seeking a Site Operations Manager in Alice Springs to lead our concrete plant and quarry site. You will ensure safe, efficient and compliant operations across two key sectors of construction materials, while supporting regional infrastructure and community projects.

The role offers leadership of a close-knit team, exposure to both concrete manufacturing and quarry operations, and relocation support for a regional lifestyle change.

Qualifications

• Previous operational or site management experience.
• Strong people leadership skills.
• A proactive safety mindset.
• Experience managing teams and contractors.
• Sound organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Confidence working autonomously in a regional location.
• A willingness to learn both concrete and quarry operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support site personnel across concrete and quarry operations
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture
• Conduct toolbox meetings and oversee daily operational activities
• Ensure compliance with site safety systems, mine management plans and operational procedures
• Manage contractor inductions, documentation and site access requirements
• Oversee contractor activities during crushing and quarry campaigns
• Support workforce performance, development and accountability
• Complete site audits, compliance activities and continuous improvement initiatives
• Act as the primary escalation point for operational issues
• Build and maintain positive relationships with customers, contractors and local stakeholders
• Support the sales team through local customer engagement and lead identification

Skills

Operational leadership

People leadership

Safety mindset

Team and contractor management

Organisational & problem-solving

Autonomy in regional location

Willingness to learn concrete & quarry

Job description

The role:

Adbri Concrete and Quarries is seeking an experienced Site Operations Manager to lead our Alice Springs operation, overseeing both our concrete plant and quarry site. This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a well‑established operation, lead a close‑knit team, and gain exposure across multiple areas of the construction materials industry! You’ll play a key role in ensuring safe, efficient and compliant operations while supporting major infrastructure, defence and community projects throughout the region.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a leader looking to broaden their operational management experience. You’ll gain exposure to both concrete manufacturing and quarry operations, developing valuable skills across two key sectors of the construction materials industry. Whether you’re already working within the construction materials industry or bringing transferable leadership experience from another sector, you’ll be supported to succeed and grow.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support site personnel across concrete and quarry operations
• Promote and maintain a strong safety culture
• Conduct toolbox meetings and oversee daily operational activities
• Ensure compliance with site safety systems, mine management plans and operational procedures
• Manage contractor inductions, documentation and site access requirements
• Oversee contractor activities during crushing and quarry campaigns
• Support workforce performance, development and accountability
• Complete site audits, compliance activities and continuous improvement initiatives
• Act as the primary escalation point for operational issues
• Build and maintain positive relationships with customers, contractors and local stakeholders
• Support the sales team through local customer engagement and lead identification

What We're Looking For:

We are open to candidates from a variety of industries and backgrounds. Industry‑specific experience is advantageous but not essential. We are looking for a capable leader with the right attitude and a genuine interest in learning the business.

To be successful, you'll bring:

• Previous operational or site management experience
• Strong people leadership skills
• A proactive safety mindset
• Experience managing teams and contractors
• Sound organisational and problem‑solving abilities
• Confidence working autonomously in a regional location
• A willingness to learn both concrete and quarry operations

Why Alice Springs?

This role is well suited to someone looking for a regional lifestyle change, stable long‑term work and a break from metro traffic and congestion.

Alice Springs offers:

• A strong local community
• Easy access to some of Australia’s most unique landscapes and outdoor experiences
• Short commute times and a more relaxed pace of living
• Stable full‑time employment with relocation support available

Company Benefits:

• Join Adbri, an iconic Australian company - established in 1882, with 200+ plants, 8 brands and 5 joint ventures supplying essential construction materials nationwide!
• Structured learning and development pathways with real career progression opportunities
• Generous discounts including retail, fuel, car rental, Qantas Club and exclusive savings on Adbri products
• Extra leave options such as purchased leave, parental leave and volunteer leave
• Wellbeing support through our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Service awards and recognition celebrating your contribution and milestones

About Adbri:

Adbri is majority owned by CRH and is a market leader in the manufacture and supply of construction materials and industrial minerals which has been building a better Australia since 1882. Adbri's respected brands employ over 2800 people nationally producing cement, lime, concrete, aggregates, concrete products and industrial minerals.

About CRH:

CRH (NYSE: CRH) is the leading global provider of building materials solutions that build, connect and improve our world. Employing 80,000 people at 4,000 operating locations in 28 countries, CRH has market leadership positions in North America, Europe and Australia. As the essential partner for transportation and critical infrastructure projects, complex non‑residential construction and outdoor living solutions, CRH’s unique offering of materials, products and value‑added services helps to deliver a more resilient and sustainable built environment. The company is ranked among sector leaders by Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) rating agencies. A Fortune Global 500 company, CRH’s shares are listed on the NYSE.

For more information visit: www.crh.com