Job Description:

CRMC Aggregates is a key provider of sand and aggregate products in the Canterbury region and a part of Christchurch Ready Mix Concrete which is a locally owned family business operating in Canterbury for over 50 years. The company is made up of four divisions, concrete, aggregates, civil contracting and a workshop delivering mechanical and engineering services.

We are looking for a Plant Operator who is mechanically minded and preferably has some loader experience. This person will learn to operate a mobile aggregate screening and crushing plant. The key aspects of this role are operating a loader to feed the plant and tail out and general plant maintenance to keep the plant running efficiently. This role would suit someone who is physically fit and keen to learn all aspects of quarrying. It will also provide the opportunity to study towards a quarry qualification and to learn about products and their application.

You will be working in a team of two, to maximise the efficiency of the production process. You will also provide assistance to our Mobile Supervisor to keep the plant running and deal with production issues as they arise. The plant is mobile so you will be working on several different sites in Canterbury.

Key responsibilities for this position will be:

• Operate the mobile crushing and screening plant
• Assist with screen changes
• Loader operation
• Undertake and record daily plant prestart checks
• Assist with maintenance as required
• Ensure products meet specifications

Ideally you will:

• Have a Class 2 licence and WTR endorsement
• Be mechanically minded
• Be physical fit
• Be keen to learn all aspects of quarrying

In return we can offer:

• Competitive remuneration
• Medical insurance (after six months)
• An opportunity to join a great team
• Training & development support
• Guaranteed hours