Quarry Operator in Melbourne

An innovative and developing business, Aurora Construction Materials is one of Victoria’s leading producers of aggregate, crushed rock and concrete. Due to the impending expansion of our facility to include an aggregate circuit, an opportunity exists for a highly motivated individual with a hands‐on approach to become an integral part of our quarry team. This position is responsible for the daily productivity of our crushing and screening facilities. The role is based in Melbourne's North (Beveridge).

What you’ll be doing:

• Variety is the name of the game here, and no two days will be the same.
• You’re a mechanically minded trouble‑shooter and problem‑solver.
• You’re a gun crushing and screening operator, in a fixed or mobile setting.
• You’re an expert operator on front end loaders (medium‑large, face loading and stockpiling applications) and excavator (up to 50T).
• Primarily you’re a leader, ensuring our people and our processes are optimised on a daily basis for maximum performance.
• You’ll draw on your experience to identify areas for improvement, and create actions to realise continuous improvement.
• Above all, you’ll maintain the highest standards of safety at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

• Promoting a healthy and safe work environment.
• Operating fixed (quarry crushing plant) and mobile equipment (FEL, Excavator, Water Truck).
• Supporting the Quarry Manager and Site Coordinator to safely and effectively run the site's operations.
• Manual cleaning and clearing of rock/dirt material as required.

Who you are:

If you’re excited by the challenge of 'redefining construction materials' we want to hear from you. Safe operation is second nature to you. You’re experienced in quarry operations, with deep knowledge of fixed plant and mobile plant operation. You're available for work Monday to Friday with Saturday work also available. Experience in a similar role is desirable.

Why Aurora?

We’re embarking upon an operational journey to create a sustainable, high-performance environment. You’ll be given the autonomy to make effective change and stamp your influence. To help you flourish, we’ll give you the support you need to bring your vision to fruition. We are an equal opportunity employer; we value our people, promoting and encouraging a healthy work‑life balance. A competitive remuneration is available to the right candidates.