Underground Operator

Underground Mining Opportunities | FIFO WA | 7/7, 2/2 & 2/1 Rosters Available

Your new company
Hays is partnering with several leading underground mining contractors and owner-operators across WA and is currently seeking experienced underground personnel across a range of disciplines.
Whether you're a Nipper looking to further your underground career, a skilled Jumbo Operator chasing your next development role, or an experienced Shift Boss ready to lead a crew, we have numerous opportunities available across production, development and mining services operations.

With competitive rates, long-term opportunities and multiple roster options available, now is the perfect time to explore your next move underground.

Your new role
Shift Boss
As a Shift Boss, you'll be responsible for leading underground crews, coordinating daily mining activities and ensuring safe, productive operations are maintained throughout your shift.
Requirements:

• Previous experience as an Underground Shift Boss
• Valid S26
• Strong understanding of underground production and development activities
• Proven leadership and crew management experience
• Ability to interpret mine plans and production schedules

Jumbo Operator
Operate modern underground development jumbo drill rigs within established development crews. Working with industry-leading equipment, you'll be responsible for face drilling, installing ground support, and advancing development headings safely and efficiently.
Requirements:

• Previous underground Jumbo operating experience
• Experience operating Sandvik and/or Epiroc development drills
• Ability to install ground support including bolts and mesh
• Ability to read and follow mine plans

Long Hole Driller
Work on modern long hole production drill rigs in fast-paced underground production environments. Opportunities available for operators experienced across a variety of drill platforms.
Requirements:

• Previous underground Long Hole Drilling experience
• Ability to drill to plan and maintain production standards
• Knowledge of drill set-up and rig maintenance

Bogger
Operate underground loaders in production environments and play a critical role in achieving production targets through efficient mucking and material movement.
Requirements:

• Experience mucking production stopes and development headings
• Understanding of ore drive and stockpile management
• Ability to work autonomously underground

Charge Up
Join experienced production crews carrying out development and production charging activities. This role suits operators with a strong understanding of underground blasting procedures and explosives handling.
Requirements:

• Previous underground Charge Up experience
• Dangerous Goods Security Card
• WA Shotfirer's Licence
• Strong understanding of charging procedures and blast safety

Service Crew
Become an integral part of underground operations by maintaining critical mine infrastructure and supporting production and development crews.
Requirements:

• Previous underground Service Crew experience
• Experience with ventilation, dewatering and reticulation systems
• Poly welding experience highly regarded
• Pump and services installation experience

What you'll get in return FIFO opportunities across Western Australia
7/7, 2/2 and 2/1 rosters available
Competitive market-leading rates
Long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities
Modern Sandvik and Epiroc fleets
Career progression and upskilling opportunities
Immediate starts available
Strong site cultures and established crews
What you need to do now
If you've got underground hard rock mining experience and a strong safety mindset, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Esther at Hays for a confidential discussion.
Phone: 0423088641Email: Esther.murphy@hays.com.au#3026808