Longhole Driller

Macmahon · Perth WA 6000 · Full time
Posted 16d ago

Longhole Driller

Macmahon
Perth WA 6000

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Full time

~$80k - $120k(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Operate Sandvik longhole drills to meet production targets.
  • Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of drilling equipment.
  • Collaborate with the underground team to optimise drilling performance.

Together. Works.

At Macmahon, you’ll find something different. We’re a successful mining and civil contractor that’s going places – and we want to take you with us. When you join Macmahon, you’re joining a quality team that’s built together, and built to last.

Macmahon has more than 30 years’ experience as a leading underground mining contractor.  With an ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, our underground mining team applies a strong safety culture to all aspects of operations.

In our underground mining crews, teamwork isn’t just talk – it’s how we operate. You’ll be part of a crew that gets in, gets the job done and backs each other every shift. Safe, steady and reliable is how we keep things moving.

Role Details

  • Location:  Established and new projects across Western Australia
  • Flights:  FIFO Perth or DIDO Kalgoorlie/Goldfields
  • Roster: 7/7 (rotating days and nights) OR 14/14 (days and nights)
  • Brand-new Sandvik fleets on site – DL432i, DL422i - with more arriving soon
  • Competitive benefits package including:
    • Paid Parental Leave for primary carers 
    • Retail discounts (including homewares, outdoor gear, fuel and groceries)
    • Novated leases
    • Comprehensive wellbeing program


About the Role

Join a team that gets the job done, operating the Sandvik longhole drills and meeting production targets.

At Macmahon, you’ll work with strong leaders, experienced operators, and a team that takes pride in their work. It’s a place where high standards matter and your effort is recognised.

Responsibilities

  • Operate Sandvik DL422i and DL432i longhole drill rigs in a safe and efficient manner
  • Utilise advance automation and rig control systems, including iSeries controls on the DL432i
  • Conduct pre-start checks, routine inspections and basic maintenance of drilling equipment
  • Maintain accurate drilling records and production data
  • Collaborate with the underground team to optimise drilling performance and productivity
  • Contribute to our people-first culture and live our Winning Values  
  • Help teammates, share knowledge and support a strong crew culture  


What You’ll Bring

  • Minimum 2 years experience in underground drilling with a strong focus on up-hole drilling
  • Solid understanding of longhole stoping methods and production drilling principles
  • Proven ability to read and interpret mine plans, drill designs, layout and stope instructions
  • Sound knowledge of ground support practices and safe stope entry procedures
  • Strong awareness and application of underground mining safety standards and regulations
  • Valid manual (C class) Australian drivers licence (essential)
  • High Risk Work Licence – EWP, Forklift, Dogging (desirable)
  • Cert III in Underground Metalliferous Mining (desirable)


Why Macmahon?

  • Real teamwork with people who know their stuff and who genuinely look out for each other
  • Support to learn and grow, across stable long-term projects

Keen to join a Winning Team? Apply now.

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Skills

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Automation systemsBasic maintenance of drilling equipmentDrill rig operationExcellent communication skillsGround support practicesHigh risk work licences (ewp, forklift, dogging)Longhole drillingManual driving (c class license)Mine planning interpretationRecord keeping and data entryTeamworkUnderground metalliferous mining cert iiiUnderground mining safety standards

Perks & benefits

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Comprehensive wellbeing programPaid parental leave for primary carersRetail discounts

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