Ancillary Operator Multi Skilled

New Economy Minerals Jobs; Darwin; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

WorkPac is seeking experienced and safety-focused Crushing & Screening Operators to join our Concentrator team at Groote Eylandt. This role requires loader experience and a strong commitment to safe operation.

FIFO from Darwin or Cairns, 7:7 roster, and 12.25-hour shifts accompany competitive hourly rates. You will operate and monitor circuits, manage start-ups and changeovers, and uphold high housekeeping standards while coordinating with a safety-first team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in crushing and screening operations within mining or quarry environments.
• Loader operating experience required.
• Current Driver's Licence (essential).
• Strong understanding of plant safety systems and isolation procedures.
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment.
• Solid communication skills and a proactive, safety-first approach.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor crushing and screening plant in line with site procedures.
• Manage plant start-ups, shutdowns, and changeovers.
• Conduct routine inspections, fault finding, and basic maintenance tasks.
• Operate loaders for feed control and stockpile management.
• Maintain housekeeping standards across the plant area.
• Identify and report hazards, incidents, and equipment defects.

Skills

Loader operation

Crushing & screening

Safety focus

Education

Driver's Licence

Tools

CAT 966

CAT 980

Job description

Crushing & Screening Operator (Loader Experience Required)

• FIFO from Darwin or Cairns
• 7:7 Roster
• 12.25 Hour Shifts

South32 GEMCO is seeking experienced and safety-focused Crushing & Screening Operators to join our Concentrator team at Groote Eylandt. This role is suited to candidates with strong fixed plant experience, supported by loader operating capability. As a Crushing & Screening Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of crushing and screening circuits, ensuring consistent throughput and product quality. Loader experience will support feed control, stockpile management, and general plant activities.

What you will be Doing

• Operate and monitor crushing and screening plant in line with site procedures
• Manage plant start-ups, shutdowns, and changeovers
• Conduct routine inspections, fault finding, and basic maintenance tasks
• Operate loaders (e.g. CAT 966, 980) for feed control and stockpile management
• Maintain housekeeping standards across the plant area
• Identify and report hazards, incidents, and equipment defects

About The Employer

WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors, including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more.

About The Candidate

• Proven experience in crushing and screening operations within mining or quarry environments
• Demonstrated loader operating experience
• Current Driver's Licence (essential)
• Strong understanding of plant safety systems and isolation procedures
• Ability to work effectively within a team environment
• Solid communication skills and a proactive, safety-first approach

Work Environment

• 7:7 roster offering excellent work-life balance
• 12.25-hour shifts
• FIFO from Darwin or Cairns
• Competitive hourly rates
• Opportunity to work within a reputable and supportive operation

Opportunity Type

WorkPac

Darwin, NT

Mining, Oil & Gas