Women Trainee Quarry Operator & Driver Program

026 Heidelberg Materials Australia Pty Ltd; Axedale; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Heidelberg Materials Australia Pty Ltd is offering a Women Trainee Quarry Operator & Driver Program at Axedale. The program provides paid training, mentoring, and support to obtain your Heavy Rigid Licence.

No prior truck driving experience is required; training and role-specific coaching are provided to help you succeed. Successful candidates will train toward HR Licence, work at Axedale Quarry sites, and join a safety-focused team with modern fleet technology.

Qualifications

• Current Australian Driver Licence held for at least two years.
• Strong driving record and safe driving history.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical including drug/alcohol testing.
• Ability to meet licensing requirements including medical declarations, fines, interlock and disqualifications.
• Willingness to learn and develop new skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in paid HR Licence training and complete certification.
• Operate in Axedale Quarry sites with a focus on safety and procedures.
• Follow regulatory requirements and workplace rules; maintain equipment care.

Skills

Driver Licence

Safe driving record

Medical clearance

Willingness to learn

Safety mindset

Job description

Women Trainee Quarry Operator & Driver Program

Looking for a new career? This is a rare opportunity to kick-start a career in the quarry and transport industry with a global industry leader. Based at either our Axedale Sand & Gravel Quarry or Axedale Hard Rock Quarry, you'll be provided with paid training, ongoing mentoring, and support to obtain your Heavy Rigid (HR) Licence. If you already hold an HR or HC licence, we'll provide role-specific training to help set you up for success. All uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE) will be provided.

What we're looking for

We're seeking motivated and enthusiastic people who are ready to take on a new challenge. No previous truck driving experience is required. We will provide the training and support needed to help you succeed.

To be successful, you'll need:

• A current Australian Driver Licence held for at least two years (manual or automatic).
• A strong driving record.
• The ability to pass a pre-employment commercial driver medical, including drug and alcohol testing.
• The ability to meet licensing requirements, including declarations relating to medical conditions, outstanding fines, interlock devices and disqualifications.
• A willingness to learn and develop new skills.
• A strong commitment to safety.
• Good time management and the ability to follow procedures and regulatory requirements.

What's in it for you?

Get paid while completing your HR Licence training. Comprehensive training and ongoing mentoring. Career opportunities with a leading global employer. Supportive team environment and great workplace culture. Modern fleet fitted with advanced safety technology.

Pay Rates

Starting rate: $27.80 per hour plus superannuation and penalty rates.

Once licensed: $31.00 per hour plus superannuation and applicable penalties.

Hours

Monday to Friday, plus rostered half-day Saturdays.

Typical start times between 5:00am and 6:00am, depending on operational requirements.

Recruitment Process

Please note that first-round screening will commence immediately. Applications close Friday, 13 November 2026. Successful applicants will be invited to attend a recruitment and assessment day, with successful candidates commencing their new career in early December 2026.

About Heidelberg Materials

Heidelberg Materials - your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions - setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work! Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.