Quarry Plant Operators
Job No:
126065
Location:
Bowen, QLD
- Are you a highly experienced Plant Operator looking for your next opportunity?
- Join a locally owned and operated provider of quarry materials, committed to providing quality... set in stone.
- Attractive hourly rate circa $31-$36 plus super, relocation assistance, overtime, bankable hours and negotiable accommodation!
- Make the ultimate sea change! Work and live in Bowen, QLD!
About Hillery Group
1976 was a memorable year for local mechanic Jamee Hillery, with the purchase of his first truck, he was now in business...
Fast forward over 40 years, and Hillery Group, now led by Jamee's sons Luke and Liam Hillery has become a leading provider of quarry materials, offering a complete on-site mine, civil earthmoving and plant hire service for regional and remote developments across North Queensland, all the while staying true to their roots by remaining locally, family and Australian-owned.
Based in Bowen, QLD they operate a collection of quarries in Collinsville, Abbot Point and Bowen, and have maintained a solid reputation as a trusted and reliable industry partner by providing quality... set in stone.
About the Opportunity
Due to ongoing growth, Hillery Group currently has multiple casual opportunities for experienced Plant Operators to join the team at their quarries based around the Bowen, QLD region, working upwards of 38 hours a week.
Reporting to the Quarry Manager, you will be responsible for undertaking a range of quarrying work in accordance with company standards and project specifications.
More specifically, your day to day duties will include (but will not be limited to):
- Operating a range of plant, equipment and attachments, including dump trucks, excavators and loaders;
- Carrying out routine daily cleaning and maintenance of plant, including minor adjustments and repairs;
- Undertaking general labouring/operational duties when required, including participation in the running of crush plants;
- Maintaining accurate machine records/logs, and working effectively as part of a team to ensure smooth workflow; and
- Adhering to company policies, including WH&S, while proactively contributing to a clean and safe working environment.
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About You
To be considered for this position, you must have extensive experience operating heavy machinery/crushing and screening equipment, specifically in a civil works environment, and at minimum, relevant competencies for plant operation, loaders and excavators. While not essential, any previous experience in a crush plant environment would be seen as highly desirable.
As an experienced plant operator, you will have a highly developed understanding of excavators and loaders, with an ability to proactively respond to errors in machine operations by being able to quickly identify what the machinery is telling you.
You will take pride in your work and the machinery you operate, and be willing to complete routine inspections and minor maintenance tasks.
A team player, you will appreciate the need to ensure a smooth workflow, while remaining committed to the safety of yourself and others. Most importantly, you must be comfortable working the hours involved in this role, with participation in weekend shifts as required.
Please note: Successful candidates must have a current, unrestricted Australian driver's licence and pass a pre-employment Medical and Drug and Alcohol test.
About the Benefits
In return for your hard work and dedication, you will be rewarded with an attractive hourly rate circa $31 - $36 plus super, salary packaging options and a GREAT range of additional benefits, including:
- Relocation assistance (negotiable for the right applicant);
- Plenty of opportunities for Overtime;
- Fringe benefits tax concessions relevant to the mining industry;
- Daily transport to/from quarry sites from the Bowen depot;
- Accommodation (negotiable for the right applicant);
- Bankable hours (allowing you to earn a consistent income over the Christmas break);
- Opportunities for career progression;
- External training opportunities to expand your competencies; and
- All PPE supplied.
Hillery Group prides itself on its family values, reflected in the way their employees are supported on a daily basis.
About Bowen
- Make the ultimate sea change -
At the top of the Whitsundays, 'the heart of the Great Barrier Reef', Bowen is a coastal lovers paradise with eight unspoilt beaches within the region to enjoy and explore. With the reef just metres from many of Bowen's bays, you can be swimming amongst a rich environment of sea life with ease.
A region rife with local produce and seafood, Bowen is a great place for those wanting the easiness of a rural lifestyle, coupled with the comfort of a modern regional town, and underpinned by the charm of a long-standing and welcoming coastal community. For those seeking the ultimate sea change, it's hard to look past Bowen.
To join a longstanding, respected organisation within the North Queensland community that continues to grow - Apply Now!