Underground Nipper Operator

Join a highly regarded UG mining project in central NSW. Lifestyle friendly 7:7 roster. Max term contract with annual leave & sick leave. Job security

• Join a highly regarded mining principal at the forefront of the industry
• Max term contract engagement with job security on an extended contract
• Residential role in the Orange region, 7:7 lifestyle roster (D/N)

The company

With an impressive portfolio of mine sites this major mining principal has a reputation built on safety, people and career development. This UG mine site construction project offers;

• The chance to work on modern UG mining machinery
• Opportunity to upskill and start (or continue) a career in UG hard rock mining
• Skills advancement and the opportunity to gain valuable experience in UG mining
• Residential role where you'll return home and sleep in your own bed each evening

The mining project

Located in Orange in central NSW, this UG mine development project supports the careers of up to 300+ people in the local vicinity to the mine. The project offers; -

• 7:7 roster - days/ nights (12-hour shifts)
• Thursday to Wednesday roster patterns
• A well-connected team culture, that believes in support and training
• A lengthy project timeframe ending in 2029

Moving to central NSW (for those keen to relocate)

Set in a picturesque wine region of NSW and supporting numerous and substantial industries there is no guessing why Orange is one of the fastest growing regional towns in NSW. The township offers:

• Escape the rat race and enjoy sleeping in your own bed each night
• A wide range of busy industries + supporting a large UG hard rock mine with a long mine life
• Access to regional NSW towns + busy regional airports
• Excellent local produce, cool-climate wines and fine dining restaurants
• Wine tours, bike tracks, 3 quality golf courses, restaurants and cafes, outback camping, museums, galleries, theatres, libraries and explore historic villages

The role

Reporting to the shift boss on your crew you will enjoy working as an Underground Nipper Operator working alongside an experienced drill rig operator. Working in a close-knit team you will be involved with;-

• Logistics & Supply: Delivering tools, drill bits, steel, explosives (if qualified), and ground support consumables (bolts, mesh) to the working face.
• Jumbo Drill Rig Assistance: Assisting with setting up and rigging the Jumbo drill, as well as helping with ground support installation (bolting and meshing).
• General Maintenance & Services: Extending ventilation ducting, managing water pipes, and basic maintenance of equipment.
• Safety & Housekeeping: Cleaning up work areas (muck), watering down headings to manage dust and identify misfires, and monitoring safety hazards.
• Transport: Driving light vehicles or other equipment (e.g. scissor lifts) to transport personnel and materials.

Your skills and experience

You will ideally come from a trades background or experience working with hand tools and in a labour-intensive environment. Given the nature of this role, you will need to be physically fit and resilient to working in hot and hostile conditions working underground for 12 hours shifts. You will also have the following traits; -

• An excellent attitude towards work and strong work ethic
• Strong safety standards
• The desire to work in the underground hard rock mining sector long term
• A highly reliable and punctual nature
• NSW manual drivers license (with no restrictions)
• Experience driving manual light vehicles

Project essential requirements

• National police check approved by site management
• Passed medical with no restrictions
• The mining project is a clean-shaven site (beard guidelines must be adhered to)
• Experience driving a manual vehicle is essential
• Residing within 45 minutes of the mine site

The opportunity and why apply

This is a great opportunity to forward your career with a sort after mining principal and an employer of choice for many in the industry. You will enjoy;

• Being engaged on a Max Term Contact. Accumulating 5 weeks annual leave and 10 days carers leave p/a
• Working 7 days on 7 days off roster - 12-hour shifts
• Job security on a max term contract via Marble that could last until 2029
• Work on an initial 6-month max term contract however likely extensions (based on you quality of work)
• Bus in bus out options from Orange and Blayney
• Wide range of training and development opportunities available (from day 1)
• Move to central NSW and a township with a bustling community (relocation at your own cost)
• Join a site and project with a rich history of success and an excellent safety record
• $48.60ph + super + 5 weeks annual leave and 10 days sick leave

Don't miss out on this recruitment drive to secure a role with job security and consistency. These roles won't be available for long, so apply now for an opportunity to move your career forward in UG mining.

Call Josh Little-Jones on 0420 462 066 for more information and to view a site pack on the project.

Josh Little-Jones | jlittlejones@marble.com.au | 0420 462 066

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