Agi Operator

PYBAR Mining Services; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Milestone service awards

Health insurance discount (Medibank)

Safety glasses reimbursement

Vehicle discounts (Toyota)

Travel & car hire discounts (discounts

Lounge membership discounts (Qantas/VH

Job summary

PYBAR Mining Services, a Thiess company, is seeking motivated Underground Agi Operators to join the Eloise and Jericho Project near Cloncurry, Queensland. The role offers hands-on work in safe, high-performing underground teams, with opportunities to progress into shotcrete operations.

You will operate underground agitator trucks delivering concrete for shotcreting, ground support and civil works, perform pre-start checks, support shotcrete crews, and maintain high safety standards on site.

Qualifications

• C Class Manual Driver's Licence is essential.
• Working at Heights Certificate is desirable.
• Queensland Explosives Security Clearance is desirable.
• Meeting site access requirements including medical and drug/alcohol screening is required.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, teamwork and operating standards.
• Willingness to learn new skills and progress into shotcrete roles.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate underground agitator (Agi) trucks to transport and deliver concrete for shotcreting and underground projects.
• Collaborate with shotcrete operators and underground crews to ensure safe, efficient concrete delivery.
• Conduct pre-start inspections, routine checks and basic maintenance to keep equipment reliable.
• Assist shotcrete operators with setup and pack-up, with progression opportunities toward Shotcrete Operator roles.
• Maintain high safety standards and comply with underground traffic management and ventilation procedures.

Skills

Safety-focused

Proactive attitude

Strong work ethic

Team collaboration

Education

C Class Manual Driver's Licence

Working at Heights Certificate

Queensland Explosives Security Clearance

Tools

Underground agitator trucks

Job description

PYBAR - a Thiess Company - is a leading provider of mining services, specialising in metalliferous underground hard rock mining. Since 1993, our success has been built on safe, efficient underground infrastructure development and consistent, reliable production.

We deliver projects across Australia, from large, established mining operations to greenfield developments. Our capabilities span mine development, production, cable bolting and drilling, raise boring, shotcreting, and fleet services.

THE OPPORTUNITY

PYBAR is seeking motivated and safety-focused Underground Agi Operators to join our team at the Eloise and Jericho Project, located near Cloncurry, Queensland.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing underground mining team, working alongside experienced operators and shotcrete crews. Whether you're an experienced underground operator looking to further develop your skills or new to industry, this role offers hands-on experience, a supportive team environment and opportunities to progress into shotcrete operations.

WHAT WILL YOUR DAY-TO-DAY LOOK LIKE?

• Safely operate underground agitator (Agi) trucks to transport and deliver concrete for shotcreting, ground support, civil works and underground infrastructure projects.
• Work closely with shotcrete operators and underground crews to ensure safe, efficient and timely concrete delivery.
• Conduct equipment pre-start inspections, routine checks and basic maintenance to maintain equipment reliability.
• Assist shotcrete operators with equipment setup, pack-up and general operational activities, with opportunities for training and progression into a Shotcrete Operator role.
• Maintain high standards of safety and comply with underground traffic management, ventilation and operating procedures.

ROSTER & LOCATION

• Permanent full-time position with rotating rosters of 15 days on / 13 days off and 14 nights on / 14 days off.
• Townsville, Mount Isa, Cloncurry and surrounding regions.
• Quality camp accommodation and facilities, including ensuite rooms, excellent meals, Wi-Fi, gym and wet mess.
• Work with an experienced and supportive underground mining team, with opportunities for ongoing skills development and career progression.

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED

• C Class Manual Driver's Licence (Essential).
• Working at Heights Certificate (Desirable).
• Queensland Explosives Security Clearance (Desirable).
• Ability to meet all site access requirements, including pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screening and National Police Check.
• A proactive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn new skills.
• A demonstrated commitment to safety, teamwork and maintaining high operational standards.

THE FUN STUFF

• Training and development opportunities
• Being an employee of PYBAR you will have exclusive access to PYBAR Perks! (See further details below).
• Employee recognition programs.
• Grow your career with us! - Reimbursement of approved courses & study.
• Paid parental leave benefits.

PYBAR PERKS

• Milestone service awards and gifts - PYBAR celebrating with you.
• Medibank corporate private health insurance discount of 9% for you and your family.
• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses up to $350.
• Toyota fleet discounts & novated leasing options.
• Book your next family holiday today! Access to travel insurance & car hire discounts.
• Qantas Club and Virgin lounge membership discounts.

INCLUSION & DIVERSITY

Inclusion and diversity is important to us, which is why 'Respect' is one of our core values. We welcome and strive for a diverse workforce and to help us achieve this, we would love to receive applications from females, Indigenous Australians, LGBTQI+ community members and anyone else who would love to join our team.