Blast Hole Drill Operators (Open Cut Mining)

At CoreStaff we pride ourselves on looking after our employees, engaging with you onsite, and rewarding you for doing a great job. Feel like part of the Crew, not just another candidate sent to an assignment and forgotten about. About our Client: Our client operates on one of the world’s largest zinc and lead deposits, located approximately 970 kilometres south-east of Darwin.
We currently have an Expression of Interest  open for Blast Hole Drill Operators (Open Cut Mining). 

About the Role:

You will be responsible for operating blast hole drills in a safe and efficient manner while maintaining high productivity and compliance with site procedures.

• 7 Days / 7 Nights / 14 Days Off
• 12-hour shifts
• FIFO from Darwin only  (interstate flights not included)
• Ongoing position

What Our Client Offers:

• Modern, low-hour / new equipment
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to transition into a full-time position for the right candidates
• FIFO ex Darwin (return flights)
• Food & accommodation onsite provided

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience operating one or more of the following drill rigs: Epiroc T45, D65, DML, or Pit Viper drills
• Experience on other drill rigs or heavy mining equipment will be considered highly transferable
• Demonstrated experience in hard rock environments (highly regarded)
• Strong understanding of drilling safety, hazard identification, and site procedures
• Formal training competency, such as a Certificate III in Drilling Operations or relevant working experience
• A valid open driver’s licence
• Operating tickets and experience highly regarded but not essential. Such as loader, excavator, dozer, haul trucks.
• White Card
• The ability to pass a full pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening
• Must be willing to pay for your own interstate flights – these are not included
• Must be clean shaven

Benefits:

• Immediate start
• Weekly pay
• Career development opportunities
• Exclusive access to our benefits platform that offers savings at over 60 major Australian Retailers across the country.

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