Posted 6d ago
Underground HD Fitters- Flights from Brisbane
KEY POINTS WE FOUND
- Support underground development crews by delivering supplies, assisting with equipment and ground support, and installing ventilation and services.
- Work a 2:2 FIFO roster at South Australian underground hard-rock mining sites, with flights from Adelaide or Port Augusta.
- Applicants need underground hard-rock mining experience, Australian work rights and a current driver’s licence; police clearance and First Aid may be obtained if not current.
Techforce Personnel is currently seeking experienced Underground Nippers to join leading Tier 1 underground mining operations across multiple sites in South Australia.
As an Underground Nipper, your duties may include:
- Assisting Jumbo operators and development crews
- Delivering tools, consumables and materials to work areas
- Loading and unloading underground equipment and supplies
- Installing and extending ventilation ducting
- Laying and hanging services including air, water and dewatering lines
- Assisting with ground support activities
- Housekeeping and maintaining safe underground work areas
- Operating light vehicles underground
- Refuelling and basic servicing support for production equipment
- Supporting charge-up, service crew and development activities as required
- Adhering to site safety procedures and production targets
What's on Offer?
- FIFO from Adelaide or Port Augusta
- $50.00 per hour
- 2:2 roster
- Temp-to-perm opportunities
- Immediate starts available
- Work with an established Tier 1 underground mining company
- Ongoing career development and progression opportunities
To be considered, you must have:
- Previous underground hard-rock mining experience
- Current Australian Driver's Licence
- Full Australian working rights
- Current National Police Clearance (issued within the last 6 months) or willingness to obtain one
- Current First Aid certificate (within the last 3 years) or willingness to obtain
- Strong commitment to safety and teamwork
- Ability to pass pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening
Apply now or reach out to Claire at claires@techforce.com.au to discuss further.
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Skills
0 of 11 matchedBasic equipment servicingEquipment refuellingGround supportHousekeepingMaterials handlingTeamworkUnderground hard-rock miningUnderground light vehicle operationUnderground services installationVentilation duct installationWorkplace safety
Licenses & certifications
0 of 3 matchedCurrent australian drivers licenceFirst aid certificateNational police clearance
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