Underground Operators

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

Your new company 
Join Leading Underground Mining Operations Across Western Australia
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 BossAs 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 OperatorOperate 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 DrillerWork 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

BoggerOperate 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 CrewBecome 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: 0423088641
Email: Esther.murphy@hays.com.au


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