Longhole Operator

Join the Macmahon Underground Mining team as a Longhole Driller responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Longhole drill rigs in a production environment. We currently have opportunities across various sites in the Goldfields Region.

Do you show determination and an eagerness to learn? This might be the role for you as we encourage a multiskilled workforce and provide ongoing career development opportunities. Be more at Macmahon!

About the Role

• FIFO Perth or DIDO Kalgoorlie.
• Family friendly roster, 7/7.
• Full-time permanent employment.
• Great camp facilities, close to site.
• Values-based culture heavily promoted.
• Equal opportunity career progression.

About you

• 2–4 years’ experience in underground Longhole drilling with a focus on upholes.
• Proven experience operating Sandvik DL421 and DL432i rigs, including use of automation and rig control systems (i.e., iSeries controls on DL432i).
• Solid understanding of Longhole stoping methods and production drilling principles.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting mine design plans, drill layouts, and stope instructions.
• Understanding of ground support practices and safe stope entry protocols.
• Valid manual C Class Australian Drivers Licence (Essential).
• High rick licence - EWP, Forklift and Dogging (Highly desired).
• Certificate III or IV in Underground Metalliferous Mining (or equivalent) (desirable).
• Detailed knowledge of underground mining and safety regulations.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality are essential.
• Ability to manage fatigue and hydration throughout shift.

Employee benefits

• Ongoing career development opportunities
• Dedicated lifestyle, financial and mental health support
• Salary sacrifice options for flights, vehicles, airport parking and A LOT more
• Access to a wide range of employee discounts with Macmahon retail, vehicle, insurance and banking partners

Be More at Macmahon
Across Macmahon's team, you will find positive stories of people embracing opportunities to develop and grow their careers going on to celebrate impressive career milestones that contribute to our success. With over 9,000 highly skilled people in our team, we're proud of the values-based culture we have built over 60 years which is the driving force propelling our people to continually aspire to Be More.

About Macmahon
Macmahon is a leading Australian contract mining company with projects throughout Australia and Southeast Asia. Delivering a comprehensive range of surface and underground mining, civil design and construction, performance enhancement, and mine site maintenance and rehabilitation services to the resources sector.

Recruitment process
Successful applicants must pass a pre-employment medical, including drug and alcohol screening, as well as criminal history and qualification checks. Proof of working rights in Australia (valid passport, birth certificate, citizenship certificate, or current visa grant notification) is also required.

Macmahon is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages suitably qualified women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply.

Macmahon Winning Values
United | Courage | Integrity | Pride