Quarry Operator

Stevenson; Waikato; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Parental leave top up

KiwiSaver employer contributions

Job summary

Stevenson is seeking a hands-on Quarry Operator at Tauhei Quarry in the Waikato region. You will operate crushing and mobile machinery, perform pre-start checks, and help keep the plant and work areas safe and efficient.

You will need a Full Class 2 licence and a commitment to safety. The role involves daily maintenance tasks and close teamwork to meet production targets.

Qualifications

• Must be safety conscious and follow site procedures.
• Ability to work well with a team and take direction.
• Strong communication skills for team coordination.
• Willingness to learn and develop new quarrying skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate quarry plant and equipment to meet daily production needs.
• Carry out daily pre-starts, calibration checks, and basic maintenance.
• Maintain stockpiles and workspaces in a clean, safe condition.
• Identify hazards and support safety, environmental and quality standards.
• Collaborate with the team to deliver good service and keep work moving.

Skills

Safety minded

Team player

Good communication

Tools

Full Class 2 Licence

WTR

Job description

About the role
This is a hands-on role for someone who's comfortable around plant, production, and outdoor work. You will be part of the Tauhei Quarry team, operating equipment and supporting day to day quarry activities. We're after someone who can work safely, think on their feet, and take real ownership of their plant and work area.

About you
You will work closely with your teammates, backing each other to deliver safe, efficient production. One day you might be on the loader or dump truck, the next you're doing basic plant maintenance, cleaning down the plant, or jumping in where the team needs you. When things get busy, you will stay calm, think ahead and help keep everything moving

We are looking for someone with:

• A Full Class 2 licence is compulsory
• WTR is a must
• An unwavering commitment towards living safely with a safety record to match
• Passion for the quarrying industry and willingness to learn and develop new skills
• Good attitude toward the care and maintenance of machinery
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Key responsibilities

• Operate quarry plant and equipment, including crushing plant and mobile machinery, to meet daily production needs.
• Carry out daily pre-starts, calibration checks, and basic plant maintenance to keep equipment ready for work.
• Maintain stockpiles, plant areas, and workspaces to a clean, tidy, and safe standard.
• Follow site procedures, identify hazards, and actively support safety, environmental, and quality expectations.
• Work closely with the team to deliver good service, respond to customer needs, and keep work moving.

What we offer

Stevenson offers a range of fantastic REAL benefits to our employees, such as:

• Medical Insurance (Eligibility period applies)
• Life Insurance
• Parental leave top up with additional return to work support
• KiwiSaver employer contributions after service milestones up to 7%
• Career progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and development, with opportunity to gain qualifications.
• Excellent discounts at a wide range of retailers
• Access to free confidential counselling and support services for you and your family

Stevenson (a subsidiary of Fulton Hogan) have a long history of successful quarrying, mining and civil engineering laboratory testing. We know we're only ever as good as our people, which is why we're committed to hiring, developing and retaining the best in the industry.

All successful candidates must under-go and pass a pre-employment medical and drug screen.
You will need to have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.