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Service Crew & Nippers - WA & SA

TechForce

WA - Perth (CBD) - Western Australia

Job Description

We are seeking experienced Underground Service Crew and Nippers for long-term projects across WA & SA with a renowned specialist underground mining contractor. 

Service Crew:

  • Install and maintain underground services such as ventilation ducting, water pipes, air lines, pumps and drainage systems.

  • Transport materials, tools, fuel and ground support supplies using underground mining equipment and service vehicles.

  • Assist development and production crews with setup, maintenance, cleaning and operational support tasks underground.

  • Maintain underground roads, escapeways, signage, barricades and safe access areas.

    Nippers:

  • Support jumbo operators and development crews by preparing headings, handling tools, cables, hoses and ground support materials.

  • Deliver and transport equipment, explosives accessories and ventilation bags throughout the underground mine.

  • Assist with scaling, ground support installation, clean-up, and maintaining safe and efficient work areas.

  • Operate light vehicles and small underground equipment while following site traffic and safety procedures.

  • Conduct pre-start checks, identify hazards and comply with underground mining safety and ventilation standards.

Required Qualifications/Experience:

  • Manual Australian Driving Licence
  • Dangerous Goods Security Card - DGSC (WA)
  • Security Sensitive Ammonium Nitrate - SSAN (SA)
  • National Police Clearance - within 6 months
  • Relevant Tickets/Licences
  • RPL - Training Transcript/VOC
  • Previous underground mining experience required
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment medical & DAS

Salary & Benefits:

  • 2:2 roster
  • Service Crew - $60p/h
  • Nippers - $50-55p/h
  • Strong company culture with career progression opportunities
  • Immediate start dates available
  • Opportunity for permanency

Additional Information:

  • Candidates approved for WA sites will be required to attend a paid 8-hour face-to-face induction at the client's office at Perth Airport.
  • Interstate candidates are welcome to apply.
  • Flights to point of hire must be covered by the candidate
  • Select sites may require candidates to be clean shaven and complete a mask-fit test prior to mobilising to site.

If you feel that you are a suitable candidate for the role and wish to discuss further, apply now or contact oisinm@techforce.com.au or call 0461535606.

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