Nipper

Macmahon is a leading Australian company delivering an end to end service offering to clients throughout Australia and South East Asia.  Delivering a comprehensive range of surface mining, underground mining and engineering services to the resources sector, Macmahon offers great opportunities for a diverse and exciting career in mining.

 

The Boston Shaker Gold Project is a large underground gold mining operation located 330km north-east of Kalgoorlie, on the edge of Western Australia's Great Victoria Desert. 

 

Macmahon is currently seeking experienced Nipper to join the Macmahon Boston Shaker team. This position will be on a 2:2 7days 7nights roster. You will be part of a high energy team so possession of multiple skill sets and licenses/qualifications will be highly regarded as they will greatly enhance your versatility within the role.

 

Position Details: 

  • Ensure all necessary consumables are provided as and when required so the drill blast cycle runs in a smooth and systematic fashion;
  • Minimisation of jumbo down time through regular servicing and minor preventative maintenance;
  • Attainment of necessary skills to assist jumbo operator as required;
  • Assists with face preparation for drilling;
  • Assist jumbo operator who drills holes for the installation of rocks, bolts and mesh;
  • Collect and deliver ground support consumables;
  • Assist with installation of ground support;
  • Conduct minor preventative and remedial maintenance;
  • Install lifter tube to lifters;
  • Remove all waste from work areas;
  • Record all shift report data correctly and on time (i.e. delays, locations, directions etc).

 

 

Essential Requirements: 

  • Previous Experience working underground; 
  • Current Manual Drivers Licence;
  • Self motivated and energetic;
  • Sound planning and organisational skills; and
  • Ability to pass a National Police Clearance and Pre employment medical;

 

 

Benefits: 

  • Site 5 minutes from camp
  • Even time Roster;
  • Employment Stability; and
  • Room to Grow.

 

The position offers a competitive hourly rate, challenging work and excellent career development.  There is the opportunity to be part of an enthusiastic, dynamic, approachable and friendly team with future prospects within a well reputed organisation.  

 

If you are interested in this position then click APPLY NOW or email your CV to tcarran@macmahon.com.au and look forward to joining a dynamic organisation