At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate quarry plant and mobile equipment while ensuring safety and efficiency.
- Company: Join the Whitsunday Regional Council in a vibrant coastal community.
- Benefits: Enjoy a secure job, 9-day fortnight, and generous leave entitlements.
- Other info: Great career growth opportunities in a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Be part of a dynamic team making a real impact in the Great Barrier Reef region.
- Qualifications: Must have a Queensland C Class Manual Driver Licence and experience with heavy machinery.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
- Permanent / Full Time
- Location – Foxdale Quarry
- $75,694.76 per annum to $77,042.95 per annum
The Whitsunday Regional Council is situated at the heart of the Great Barrier Reef.
The region encompasses the 74 tropical Whitsunday Islands, the coastal towns of Cannonvale, Airlie Beach, Jubilee Pocket, Shute Harbour and Bowen along with the rural towns of Proserpine and Collinsville.
The Whitsunday region offers a dynamic environment and is perfectly placed to live, work, play and invest.
About The Role
Whitsunday Regional Council is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Plant Operator to join our Quarry team.
This hands-on role is responsible for the operation of quarry plant and mobile equipment to support the production and supply of quarry materials across the region.
Working within a busy quarry environment, you will contribute to safe, efficient and productive operations while maintaining a strong commitment to workplace safety and customer service.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Operating a range of quarry mobile plant and fixed crushing plant equipment.
- Undertaking routine servicing, preventative maintenance and repairs to plant and equipment.
- Conducting daily operational tasks including plant operation, labouring and general housekeeping.
- Operating equipment such as front-end loaders, excavators and articulated dump trucks as required.
- Assisting with crushing, material handling and other quarry activities to support daily operations.
- Providing courteous customer service to quarry customers and stakeholders.
- Supporting quarry operations across the region when required.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring
- Current Queensland C Class Manual Driver Licence.
- Construction Industry White Card.
- Experience operating heavy machinery, plant or equipment in a quarry, construction, mining or similar environment.
- A strong commitment to workplace health and safety.
What We Offer
- Secure permanent full-time employment.
- 9-day fortnight providing a healthy work-life balance.
- Accrue five (5) weeks annual leave per annum.
- Accrue 15 days personal leave per annum.
- 17.5% annual leave loading.
- 12% employer superannuation contribution.
- Salary sacrifice options available.
- Applications close: 14-Oct-2026 11:30 pm
Council is committed to providing a healthy work environment for individuals working, visiting or conducting business at Council workplaces and is transitioning to a Smoke Free Workplace.
Council practices Equal Employment Opportunities and Workplace Health and Safety Principles.
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Plant Operator in Proserpine employer: Whitsunday Regional Council
The Whitsunday Regional Council is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises work-life balance with a 9-day fortnight and comprehensive health and wellbeing benefits. Located in the stunning Whitsundays, employees enjoy a dynamic environment with opportunities for professional growth while contributing to the community's essential water and sewerage services.
Contact Details:
Whitsunday Regional Council Recruitment Team
