Trainee Quarry Plant Operator: Hands-on Training & Growth

Ventia; Haruru; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training and development provided

Learn from experienced quarry професс?

Long-term career opportunities

Job summary

Ventia is hiring a Plant Operator for our Quarry team in Puketona, Bay of Islands. You will operate and monitor the quarry crusher plant while supporting the wider operations team, with hands-on training provided by experienced operators.

This role suits a reliable, hardworking team player with a strong work ethic and mechanical aptitude. A Class 1 licence is preferred; you will learn, grow your skills, and progress within the business while maintaining a safe, tidy work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum Class 1 Driver Licence.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in machinery.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools.
• Reliable, hardworking and a team player.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor crusher plant equipment.
• Assist with daily quarry operations.
• Carry out routine equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical issues.
• Maintain a safe and tidy work environment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Class 1 Driver Licence

Job description

Ventia is hiring a Plant Operator for our Quarry team in Puketona, Bay of Islands. You will operate and monitor the quarry crusher plant while supporting the wider operations team, with hands-on training provided by experienced operators.

This role suits a reliable, hardworking team player with a strong work ethic and mechanical aptitude. A Class 1 licence is preferred; you will learn, grow your skills, and progress within the business while maintaining a safe, tidy work environment.