Nitro Crushing is a leading provider of mobile crushing, screening, and conveying solutions across Queensland. Since 2007, we’ve built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, efficient, and reliable services to the mining, quarrying, and civil construction industries.

With a modern fleet of well-maintained machinery and a team of experienced professionals, we are committed to safety, performance, and innovation in every project we undertake.

About the Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Mobile Crushing Leading Hand to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Cairns, Mackay, Townsville or Brisbane based resident to step into a leadership role and take responsibility for leading a mobile crushing operation on site in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

This position is offered on a FIFO or DIDO basis.

As a Mobile Crushing Leading Hand, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of a mobile crushing plant on site, ensuring production targets are met, equipment reliability is maintained, and your team operates safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and coordinate daily mobile crushing and screening operations on site.
- Lead and manage a team of operators and maintainers, ensuring strong safety and performance standards.
- Operate and oversee mobile crushing equipment including jaw crushers, cone crushers, screens, and conveyors.
- Operate support equipment such as loaders and excavators to maintain consistent plant feed and stockpile management where needed.
- Monitor production rates and adjust plant settings to optimise performance and achieve production targets.




- Conduct routine inspections and assist with maintenance tasks including screen changes, wear part replacements, roller and skirting adjustments.
- Ensure the crushing area is safe, clean, and well maintained, including feed management and stockpile control.
- Liaise with site management and company management to ensure efficient and productive operations.
- Ensure compliance with company safety systems, site procedures, and regulatory requirements.

What We’re Looking For

- 5 years previous experience in a leadership role within mobile crushing or quarrying.
- Strong knowledge of mobile crushing and screening equipment operation and maintenance.
- Proven experience producing quarry products such as roadbase and aggregates to specification, including an understanding of product gradings and quality requirements.
- A current Australian Driver’s Licence (mandatory).
- S 1,2,3 Supervisor certificate (mandatory).
- Relevant tickets or competencies for wheel loader, excavator and crushing and screening operations.
- Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to manage and develop a site crew.
- A proactive approach to safety, compliance, and operational performance.
- Ability to work in remote environments and site-based operations.
- Physically fit and willing to assist with hands-on operational and maintenance tasks.

Why Join Nitro Crushing?

- Join a well-established Queensland company with a strong reputation in the industry.
- Work with a modern fleet of mobile crushing equipment.
- Competitive remuneration and growth opportunities opportunities.
- A company culture that prioritises safety, teamwork, and operational excellence.

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📌 Mobile Crushing Leading Hand (Cairns)
🏢 NITRO CRUSHING
📍 Cairns