Underground Operator - Service Crew
Job no: 502805
Work type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Rosebery Mine
We are MMG and we mine for progress
Rosebery is an underground polymetallic base metal mine located in the township of Rosebery in Tasmania, Australia. The mine is a deep, sub-level open stoping operation with complex mining conditions.
The Rosebery Mine has been at the heart of the Rosebery community since 1936 and is one of Tasmania’s largest and oldest continuously operating, underground mines producing zinc, copper and lead concentrates, as well as gold doré.
It supports approximately 500 employees and their families, has a strong community focus and engages a wide range of local businesses from across Tasmania in its supply chain boosting the economy of the West Coast of Tasmania and beyond.
The mine has a strong future, with extensive exploration activities which have continued to grow the resource and require mine planning beyond 10 years of continued operation.
MMG Rosebery has an office in Burnie (Tasmania), giving employees the flexibility to work from there when they are not required onsite.
Underground Operator – Service Crew
MMG Limited currently have an exciting opportunity for an Underground Operator - Service Crew at our Rosebery operation in Tasmania. This role reports to the applicable Shift Supervisor and the accountabilities will include specific tasks related to your area of operation.
This position is offered on 7 Days on 7 Days off Day Shift on a DIDO basis.
Duties include (however not limited to):
- Displaying an unwavering commitment to safe work practices
- Following shift plan instructions as directed by your supervisor
- Ensuring good housekeeping standards are maintained at all times
- Installation of all mine services including but not limited to mine ventilation and reticulation systems
- Reporting of all incidents and hazards to your Shift Supervisor immediately
- Real time communication with Mine Control of all physical measures and delays
- Completion and submission of all required shift reports and documentation to the Shift Supervisor
- Conducting a thorough, timely and informative end of shift handover with your cross shift
- Attend and actively participate in all required site and MMG training courses and meetings
- Ensure that all assigned vehicles are operated in a safe and clean condition at all times
- Using all provided equipment safety and within its design capability and purpose
- Carrying out effective high quality workplace inspections
- Ensuring correct signage (warning/hazards) are used and maintained at all times according to site standards and procedures.
About You:
- Minimum of 3 Years’ experience in underground mining, with a strong emphasis in a mechanised underground mining operation techniques and experience on the equipment
- Experience with working in production and development crews or operating in this environment
- Extensive knowledge of safe work practices and techniques applied in underground mining.
- You will be able to demonstrate strong problem solving skills within a team environment.
- Ability to communicate clearly and conduct detailed handovers with supervisors, cross shift and other relevant departments.
- Basic understanding of mining targets & priority projects to ensure targets are met, you will be expected to work both alone and in a team environment with Safety and the wellbeing of others your number one priority.
- A willingness to partake in Pre-Employment Medical and D&A Screen and Background checks.
- Extensive knowledge off underground mining equipment and techniques.
- A manual C Class driver’s license.
- First aid certificate – desirable.
What we offer
At Rosebery, our aim is to create a workplace that encourages diversity and inclusion and supports our people to grow. We are guided by our values; think safety first, respect each other, work together, do what we say, and we want to be better. We offer;
- A safety-first culture
- A workplace that fosters diversity and inclusiveness, and supports our people with the systems, skills and behaviours required to live our values.
- Family friendly rosters
- Reward and Recognition Scheme
- Bonus' including short term incentive program
- Corporate Discount Programs & Novated Leasing – Utilize a range of discount programs (health insurance, travel).
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes free confidential counselling, wellbeing services.
- Relocation support
Who we are
MMG has a global presence, owning and developing copper, zinc and other base metals projects across Australia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Peru and Botswana.
Our aim is to create a workplace that encourages diversity and inclusion and supports our people to grow.
We are guided by our values; think safety first, respect each other, work together, do what we say, and we want to be better.
Headquartered in Melbourne, we are listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEx 1208) with an international shareholder base.
As a company, MMG strives for the best in safety, environmental protection, production standards and overall operational excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer who values and respects diversity. We recognise the unique value your contribution makes to the progress of our company and the communities in which we operate.
To know more about MMG please visit our webpage https://www.mmg.com/
If you're ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role that empowers you to shape your work environment, we invite you to apply and join us in our pursuit of efficient and sustainable mining operations.
MMG Limited reserves the right to appoint a candidate prior to the closing date.
Advertised: Tasmania Standard Time
Applications close: Tasmania Standard Time
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