Underground Nipper

About the Company

Together. Works.

At Macmahon, you’ll find something different. We’re a successful mining and civil contractor that’s going places – and we want to take you with us. When you join Macmahon, you’re joining a quality team that’s built together, and built to last.

Macmahon has more than 30 years’ experience as a leading underground mining contractor.  With an ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, our underground mining team applies a strong safety culture to all aspects of operations.

In our underground mining crews, teamwork isn’t just talk – it’s how we operate. You’ll be part of a crew that gets in, gets the job done and backs each other every shift. Safe, steady and reliable is how we keep things moving.

Role Details

• Location: Goldfields region, WA
• Roster: 7/7 (rotating days and nights) OR 14/14 (days and nights)
• Competitive benefits package including:
  • Paid Parental Leave for primary carers
  • Retail discounts (including homewares, outdoor gear, fuel and groceries)
  • Novated leases
  • Comprehensive wellbeing program

About the Role

An underground Nipper who is an integral part of the crew, assisting highly experienced Jumbo operators.

Responsibilities

• Assist jumbo operator with installation of bolts and mesh for ground support.
• Collect, deliver and assist instillation and ground support consumables.
• Assisting mining teams by supplying necessary materials and ensuring efficient work processes
• Transporting personnel and equipment safely underground, often using light vehicles and other equipment.
• Managing stock and supplies in underground storage areas, ensuring they are accounted for and available.
• Performing housekeeping and maintenance tasks to keep the work environment clean and safe
• Keeping track of everything that’s happening around the mine to ensure smooth operations.

What You’ll Bring

• Previous experience as an underground Nipper.
• Ability to cope working in a fast paced, physically challenging environment.
• Current unrestricted C Class MANUAL Australian Drivers Licence (Mandatory)
• Detailed knowledge of underground mining and safety regulations.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality are essential.
• Ability to manage fatigue and hydration throughout shift.
• Working at Heights, Dangerous Good Security Card and First Aid Certificate (Highly desired).

Why Macmahon?

• Real teamwork with people who know their stuff and who genuinely look out for each other.
• Support to learn and grow, across stable long-term projects.

Keen to join a Winning Team? Apply now.

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