Quarry Manager – Moama Sand

Lead. Inspire. Deliver.
 

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for quarry operations, safety, customer service, and continuous improvement? We are seeking a dynamic Quarry Manager to lead our Moama Sand operation and drive operational excellence across all aspects of the business.

Reporting to the Area Manager, you will have full responsibility for the safe, efficient, and profitable operation of the quarry. This is a hands-on leadership role where you will work as part of a small team, leading by example through the operation of mobile plant and processing equipment while overseeing daily site activities.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys being actively involved in the operation, developing and mentoring a small team, and taking ownership of site performance. In addition to operational responsibilities, you will maintain a strong customer focus and support business growth by identifying sales opportunities and providing leads to the Territory Sales Manager.

About the Role
 

As Quarry Manager, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and developing a small, high-performing team while fostering a positive, inclusive, and safety-focused culture.

• Working as part of the day-to-day operation, including operating mobile plant and running the processing plant as required.

• Managing quarry operations, including production, processing, maintenance, and logistics.

• Delivering operational targets through effective planning, resource management, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Managing the site's financial performance, including budgets, cost control, forecasting, and profit and loss accountability.

• Ensuring compliance with all health, safety, environmental, and legislative requirements.

• Overseeing quarry development, rehabilitation, environmental management, and asset maintenance programs.

• Building strong relationships with customers, contractors, suppliers, regulators, and the local community.

• Maintaining a strong customer focus and acting as a key point of contact for site customers.

• Identifying sales opportunities and providing quality leads to the Territory Sales Manager to support business growth.

• Driving operational efficiencies while maintaining product quality and exceptional customer service.

• Promoting a Zero Harm culture through visible leadership and proactive risk management.
   

About You
 

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Demonstrated experience managing a quarry, mining, extractive industry, or similar heavy industrial operation.

• Experience leading and developing small operational teams in a hands-on environment.

• A willingness to work alongside your team and actively participate in plant operation and production activities.

• Proven experience managing operational budgets, KPIs, and financial performance.

• Sound knowledge of quarry operations, mobile plant, maintenance planning, and production processes.

• A strong customer focus with the ability to build relationships, identify opportunities, and support sales growth.

• A strong commitment to workplace health and safety, environmental stewardship, and regulatory compliance.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

• Well-developed problem-solving abilities and the capacity to make effective decisions in a fast-paced environment.

• Relevant qualifications in Quarry Management, Mining Engineering, Extractive Industries, or a related discipline (desirable).

• Current Driver's Licence.
   

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package.

• Fully maintained company vehicle.

• Performance-based bonus opportunities.

• Ongoing professional development and leadership training.

• Career progression within a growing organisation.

• A supportive and collaborative leadership team.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a successful and respected operation.
   

Apply Now
 

If you're a results-driven leader who enjoys being hands-on, thrives in a small team environment, and has a passion for operational excellence, safety, customer service, and developing people, we'd love to hear from you.

Submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you're the right fit for the Quarry Manager – Moama Sand role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our workforce. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can succeed.