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Quarry operator | canberra quarry

Canberra
Heidelberg Materials Australia
Posted: 21 May
Offer description

We're on the lookout for a self‐motivated Quarry Operator to join our team at the Canberra Quarry, located in Williamsdale! Reporting to the Quarry Manager, this is a permanent full‐time position from Monday to Friday, with opportunities for overtime and Saturday work as required. We're looking for someone who has a passion for safety and values a strong work ethic, and is willing and able to work a varied operator role including crushing plant operations, general maintenance duties and weighbridge attendant.

What's the Job Like?
* Location: You'll be based at the Canberra Quarry, about 30 minutes drive south of Canberra, in Williamsdale.
* Hours: This is a full‐time position; most days start around 6 am.
* Pay: Fixed hourly rate of $42.17 with a weekly pay cycle.
* Heavy Machinery: Operating mobile equipment such as Dump Trucks (rigid), Front End Loaders, Excavators, and Crushing/Screening Plant Machinery.
* Safety First: Participating in general fixed plant maintenance and inspections, keeping operations running safely.
* Teamwork: In peak times, everyone contributes to quarry tasks needed; teamwork is essential.
This role is a great fit for you if you:
* Have experience operating a Loader, Dump Truck, Excavator, or Crushing and Screening; if eager to learn, training will be provided.
* Have a passion for safety and operating heavy machinery.
* Are fully committed to Zero Harm and Safety Leadership – safety comes first.
* Can strictly follow pre‐start and maintenance procedures for both fixed and mobile plant.
* Are comfortable working within a small team and independently.
* Bring a professional work ethic with a "can do" attitude to everything you do.
* Can complete a pre‐employment medical, including a drug and alcohol test (random testing is also conducted on all Heidelberg sites).
* Safety: If required, you may need to meet specified weight limits on truck seats and seatbelts.
What We Offer
* Fixed hourly rate of $42.17, plus superannuation.
* Saturday allowances payable when working weekends.
* Company‐provided PPE and uniform.
* Opportunity to be part of a recognised global brand and growing organisation.
* Ongoing career and development opportunities nationally.

Heidelberg Materials is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome people from all walks of life. We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, those from diverse cultural backgrounds, and the LGBTQI+ community.

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