Quarry Operator - Sand Production

About the role

Heidelberg Materials is looking for a reliable, hands-on operator to join the crew at its Pink Lily and Fitzroy Sands quarries near Rockhampton. The position is full-time with overtime as required, and the successful applicant must be able to work independently and as part of the sand production operation team.

Key responsibilities

• Operate sand dredgers, front-end loaders, excavators and other general quarry gear
• Run fixed and mobile sand washing and screening plants
• Monitor operational efficiencies to maximise and achieve daily production targets
• Carry out pre-start checks, fault finding and basic maintenance on mobile and fixed plant

Required profile

• Front-end loader ticket and excavator ticket
• Dredge operations experience
• Solid safety mindset and ability to spot hazards
• Good communication skills and willingness to speak up in site meetings
• HR truck licence and forklift ticket highly regarded but not essential

What we offer

• Salary sacrifice on technology and work-related items
• Learning and development opportunities
• Paid parental and grandparent leave
• Discounts on concrete and quarry products, car hire, health insurance, gym memberships and JB HiFi electronics
• Novated leasing through a partnership with TFM