Paste Crew Operator

Job Description

Join a well-known underground mining contractor at a large-scale hard rock operation in Central NSW. This is a long-term opportunity for experienced paste crew operators looking for a lifestyle-friendly roster, strong earning potential and the chance to progress into a permanent position.

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• Lifestyle-friendly 2:2 roster (7 days, 7 nights, 14 off)
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• 12-hour shifts with accommodation and meals provided
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• Long-term contract with an established underground mining contractor
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• DIDO / FIFO options available with DIDO allowance or flights paid
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• Start as a casual labour hire contractor with the intention of moving to a permanent position after 26 weeks / 12 swings (extremely likely but not guaranteed)
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• Ongoing training, development and opportunities to progress into senior and leading hand positions
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The Mine Site

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Based in Central NSW, you'll be working at a large and established gold mining operation with both open pit and underground operations. The underground mine is relatively new and continues to ramp up production, providing plenty of long-term work and development opportunities.

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• Long mine life with significant ongoing investment in the underground operation
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• Modern underground operation with a strong focus on safety and development
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• Large site with an experienced mining and contracting workforce
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• Accommodation provided in a purpose-built mining camp
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• Close-knit underground crews with a strong team culture
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The Role

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Working as part of the underground paste crew, you'll support paste backfill operations alongside general underground services, construction and infrastructure work. It's a varied position suited to someone comfortable getting involved across different areas of the underground operation.

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• Install, inspect, repair and maintain paste reticulation, poly and steel pipework
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• Assist with stope preparation, paste line set-up, inspections and monitoring during pours
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• Construct paste barricades, RDPBs and establish underground exclusion zones
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• Install and maintain ventilation infrastructure, wall support and underground services
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• Operate underground equipment including ITs, work baskets and light vehicles
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Roster & Camp

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The position offers a genuine two-weeks-on, two-weeks-off lifestyle roster, with everything taken care of while you're on swing.

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• 2:2 roster (7 days, 7 nights, 14 days off)
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• 12-hour shifts - approximately 5:30am to 5:30pm / 5:30pm to 5:30am
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• Private ensuite accommodation at a purpose-built camp in Central NSW
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• Buffet-style breakfast and evening meals provided
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• Daily shuttle bus between camp and site
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Your Background

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We're looking for people with underground mining experience who are comfortable working within a hands-on crew environment. Previous paste experience will be highly regarded, particularly for the more senior positions.

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• Previous underground hard rock mining experience
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• Paste crew, underground services, pipework or similar experience highly regarded
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• Experience operating underground equipment such as ITs and work baskets advantageous
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• Strong safety focus with the ability to work effectively within a crew
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• Current driver's licence and a reliable, positive approach to work
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What's On Offer

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This is a great opportunity to join a reputable mining contractor with a strong pipeline of work and an established presence across the Australian underground mining industry.

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• Attractive casual hourly rates + super
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• Clear pathway from casual labour hire into a permanent position
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• Long-term project with approximately four years remaining on the contractor's current site agreement
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• Regular opportunities for training, development and progression
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• Excellent roster, camp facilities and a close-knit underground crew
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