Quarry Operators & Quarry Manager

Job No: 316942
Location: Bowen or Airlie Beach, Queensland

Build your quarry career with a long-standing Queensland business offering competitive remuneration, flexible roster opportunities and genuine room to grow.

  • Earn up to $55 per hour as a Quarry Operator, depending on experience and roster
  • Step into a senior Quarry Manager opportunity offering circa $150K
  • Choose from 5/2 and Flexible 7/7 Operator roster opportunities!
  • Build your career with an established, family-owned business across regional Queensland

Nearly 50 Years Strong and Still Growing

Hillery Group is a proud Indigenous, family-owned business with nearly 50 years of experience across quarrying, civil construction, haulage and related operations throughout North Queensland.

Operating seven quarries and supporting a diverse range of civil construction and infrastructure activities, Hillery Group has built its reputation on strong teams, safe operations, practical leadership and delivering quality outcomes for its clients and communities.

As the business continues to grow, Hillery Group is looking for experienced quarry professionals to strengthen its operations across regional Queensland. Whether you’re an experienced Quarry Operator who enjoys being hands-on or an established Quarry Manager ready for greater responsibility and influence, there is an opportunity to build your future with Hillery Group.

For more information, please visit: https://www.hillerygroup.com.au

Two Opportunities. One Strong Quarry Team.

Hillery Group is currently looking for multiple Quarry Operators and a Quarry Manager to join its growing quarry operations.

Whether you’re looking for a hands-on operational position or your next senior leadership opportunity, these roles offer the chance to bring your experience to an established Queensland business where safety, teamwork and getting the job done well matter.

Get Behind the Controls: Quarry Operators

Hillery Group is looking for multiple experienced Quarry Operators, with opportunities across the Whitsundays, Collinsville and other regional Queensland locations.

You’ll play a hands-on role in keeping quarry operations safe, productive and efficient, working alongside experienced colleagues as part of a practical and supportive team.

More specifically, you will:

  • Operate quarry mobile plant safely and efficiently
  • Operate crushing and screening equipment as required
  • Complete pre-start inspections and routine equipment checks
  • Support daily production and material movement requirements
  • Monitor plant performance and report maintenance issues
  • Maintain safe work practices and site compliance requirements
  • Work collaboratively with supervisors, maintenance and operational teams

Ideally, you’ll bring experience across crushing and screening equipment and/or mobile plant such as loaders, excavators, dozers and water carts.

Lead from the Front: Quarry Manager

Hillery Group is also looking for an experienced Quarry Manager for its North Gregory operations, with the opportunity to be based within the Whitsundays region.

This is a senior operational leadership opportunity with responsibility across safety, people, production, compliance and continuous improvement. Working closely with executive leadership while maintaining a strong on-site presence, you’ll have the autonomy and trust to lead your team and influence quarry performance.

More specifically, you will:

  • Lead quarry and plant operations across safety, production and compliance
  • Lead, mentor and develop operational teams
  • Manage production planning, budgets, resources and plant performance
  • Drive a strong safety culture and maintain statutory compliance
  • Build productive relationships with regulators, clients and internal stakeholders
  • Coordinate maintenance activities to support plant reliability and productivity
  • Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities

Know Quarries? You’ll Fit Right In.

Whether you’re applying as a Quarry Operator or Quarry Manager, you’ll bring proven experience within a quarry or extractive environment, a strong commitment to safety and a practical, team-focused approach.

You’ll also bring:

  • Strong knowledge of quarry operations, plant and safe work practices
  • Relevant licences, tickets and qualifications applicable to your role
  • A reliable, hands-on approach with a strong focus on safety and performance
  • The ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a high-performing team

For the Quarry Manager opportunity, you’ll also bring demonstrated leadership experience, strong commercial and operational acumen, confident decision-making skills and the ability to lead people, production and compliance.

Above all, Hillery Group is looking for people who lead by example, take ownership and take pride in getting the job done safely and well.

More Than a Job in the Quarry

Joining Hillery Group means becoming part of an established Queensland business where people are trusted to do their jobs well, supported to perform and given opportunities to build long-term careers.

For Quarry Operators, you can look forward to:

  • $38 to $55 per hour, based on skills, experience and roster
  • 5/2 and Flexible 7/7 roster opportunities
  • Applicable Penalty Rates and Overtime on the 5/2 roster
  • A practical and supportive team environment
  • Ongoing development and opportunities to grow your quarry career

For the Quarry Manager, you can look forward to:

  • Competitive Salary package circa $150K, commensurate with skills and experience
  • Access to Fleet Vehicles provided
  • Accommodation available for candidates undertaking a DIDO 5/2 roster
  • Genuine work-life balance with autonomy and trust to lead quarry operations
  • Direct collaboration with executive leadership
  • The opportunity to influence safety, people, production and operational performance
  • Ongoing development and long-term career opportunities

For opportunities within the Whitsundays region, you’ll also have access to one of Queensland’s most sought-after lifestyles, with beaches, boating, fishing, camping and the Great Barrier Reef all within reach.

Ready to Make Your Move?

If you’re an experienced quarry professional looking for your next opportunity in regional Queensland, whether operating on the ground or leading the team, this is your chance to join a long-standing business with exciting opportunities ahead.

Bring your experience, safety mindset and practical approach to Hillery Group. APPLY NOW!

Hillery Group is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

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About Hillery Group

Hillery Group is an indigenous family-owned business founded by a local Bowen couple in 1976 who proved that a business could survive and thrive in a small coastal town in Queensland. Today, the business is owned and led by the next generation, chief executive officer Luke Hillery and director of operations Liam Hillery.

From the beginning, the vision of the business was endurance and being able to provide sustainable work to the community. Our mission is to continue this legacy into the next generation and beyond, shaping the business with the knowledge of the industry and market trends for this region well into the future.

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