Casual Quarry Operator | Sancrox
- Operate quarry mobile equipment and crushing and screening plants, with basic equipment maintenance and general quarry duties.
- Support weighbridge operations and work safely across day-to-day quarry activities.
- Casual weekday role averaging around 20 hours per week, with occasional Saturday shifts.
Casual Quarry Operator – Sancrox Quarry
Heidelberg Materials Australia is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Quarry Operator to join our team at Sancrox Quarry, located approximately 15 minutes from Port Macquarie, New South Wales.
This casual position reports to the Quarry Manager and operates Monday to Friday, with occasional Saturday shifts as required. Typical hours are 6:30am to 3:00pm, averaging around 20 hours per week, with hours varying based on workload and operational demands.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you will be responsible for:
- Conducting day-to-day operation and basic maintenance of plant, vehicles, and equipment
- Operating mobile equipment, including excavators, front-end loaders, and dump trucks (experience preferred)
- Operating crushing and screening plants
- Assisting with weighbridge operations
- Performing general maintenance and contributing as a versatile quarry all-rounder
About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
- A strong commitment to workplace safety and a solid work ethic
- A current Australian Provisional or Open Driver’s Licence
- Mechanical aptitude and an interest in working with heavy machinery
- Previous quarrying or mining experience (highly regarded)
- Relevant machinery tickets (excavator, front-end loader, dump truck) – desirable
- Weighbridge experience – advantageous
- Confidence in using computers and ability to learn new systems
- The ability to pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly rate of $43.28 (inclusive of 25% casual loading) + superannuation
- Opportunity to work with a globally recognised and growing organisation
- Company-provided uniform and personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Ongoing training, career progression, and development opportunities
Heidelberg Materials Australia is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people with disability, individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
We vet all employer accounts and do our best to keep job ads safe, but scams can still occur. Be cautious when sharing personal information — never provide financial details or make payments during the application process. For extra security, use the Apply button on our site when proceeding.