SA Crushing & Minerals is seeking an experienced and reliable Quarry and Mobile Plant Operator to join our growing team.
This is a hands-on role working across our quarry and mobile crushing operations throughout South Australia.
The successful applicant will operate a range of mobile plant and crushing equipment while supporting safe, efficient and productive site operations.
We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, looks after the equipment they operate and is willing to contribute wherever needed.
About the role
Your responsibilities will include:
Operating mobile plant such as front-end loaders, excavators, articulated dump trucks and other quarry equipment
Operating and monitoring mobile crushing and screening plant
Feeding crushing and screening equipment and managing material flow
Loading trucks and managing product stockpiles
Completing daily pre-start inspections and reporting faults or maintenance requirements
Assisting with basic plant maintenance, servicing and minor repairs within your level of competency
Monitoring plant performance and identifying operational issues
Maintaining clean and safe plant, work areas and access routes
Assisting with plant mobilisation, setup and demobilisation when required
Completing production records, inspection forms and other site documentation
Following site safety, environmental and quality requirements
Participating in toolbox meetings, risk assessments and safety inspections
Supporting other team members and completing general quarry duties as required
About you
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Previous experience operating mobile plant in a quarry, crushing, mining, civil construction or similar environment




Experience with crushing and screening plant, or a strong willingness to learn
Relevant plant competencies or tickets
A current White Card
A current Australian driver's licence
Strong mechanical awareness and the ability to identify plant faults
A sound understanding of pre-start inspections and basic plant maintenance
A strong commitment to workplace safety
The ability to work effectively as part of a small team
A reliable, practical and self-motivated approach
The ability to follow instructions and work with limited supervision
Flexibility to work overtime and travel to regional South Australian sites when required
An HR or higher-class driver's licence and experience operating loaders, excavators or articulated dump trucks will be highly regarded.
Applicants must be willing to complete a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol screening.
What we offer
Permanent full-time employment
Competitive hourly rates based on skills and experience
Overtime and applicable allowances
Long-term and secure employment
Modern, well-maintained plant and equipment
On-the-job training and opportunities to develop additional quarrying and crushing skills
A diverse role across different quarry and crushing operations
Support from an experienced operational team
Opportunities for further training and career development
A workplace focused on safety, teamwork and quality
About us
SA Crushing & Minerals is the quarry and crushing services division of Laka Group.
We provide quarrying, mobile crushing, screening and material processing services across South Australia.
Our operations are supported by an experienced team and a modern fleet of specialised plant and equipment.

📌 Quarry And Mobile Plant Operator (South Australia)
🏢 Laka Earthmoving Contractors
📍 South Australia