Core Shed Field Assistant

Spinifex Recruiting; West Wyalong; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Spinifex Recruiting is seeking a Core Shed Field Assistant for a day-shift, residential role in West Wyalong, NSW. You will support exploration activities, core processing, and yard duties in a hands-on environment.

The role requires a current manual driving licence and forklift ticket (or willingness to obtain). A strong safety mindset and ability to work independently or within a team are essential.

Qualifications

• Current Manual Driver's Licence is essential.
• Current Forklift Ticket, or willingness to obtain one.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Reliable and positive attitude.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and schedule tasks.
• Self-motivated, hands-on approach.
• Ability to follow procedures and instructions.
• Comfortable working on your feet for extended periods.
• Able to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions.
• Previous mining, exploration, drilling, civil or yard experience will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Field and soil sampling.
• Core yard and core shed duties.
• Processing diamond core.
• Meter marking and orientation lines.
• Core photography and sampling.
• Core preparation and dispatch.
• General housekeeping of the core shed and yard.
• Vehicle cleaning and refuelling.
• Participating in safety meetings and site safety inspections.
• Assisting with general exploration activities as required.

Skills

Manual Driver's Licence

Forklift Ticket

Job description

Core Shed Field Assistants | 9/5 Roster | Day Shift | West Wyalong

Our Client is Currently Seeking a Core Shed Field Assistants to join the team near West Wyalong, NSW.

This is a hands‑on role suited to someone who is reliable, self‑motivated and comfortable working outdoors and on their feet in a busy core shed and yard environment.

About the Role

You will assist with exploration and core processing activities, including:

• Field and soil sampling
• Core yard and core shed duties
• Processing diamond core
• Meter marking and orientation lines
• Core photography and sampling
• Core preparation and dispatch
• General housekeeping of the core shed and yard
• Vehicle cleaning and refuelling
• Participating in safety meetings and site safety inspections
• Assisting with general exploration activities as required

About You

To be successful, you will have:

• Current Manual Driver's Licence - essential
• Current Forklift Ticket, or willingness to obtain one
• A strong commitment to safety
• A reliable and positive attitude
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise and schedule tasks
• A self‑motivated, hands‑on approach
• Ability to follow procedures and instructions
• Comfortable working on your feet for extended periods
• Ability to work outdoors and in varying weather conditions
• Previous mining, exploration, drilling, civil or yard experience will be highly regarded

Roster & Location

• 9 days on / 5 days off roster
• Day shift only
• 10-hours shifts
• West Wyalong, NSW

Important - Residential Requirement

This position is residential and is only open to candidates who reside in West Wyalong.

Applicants must be currently living in West Wyalong and able to attend site on a daily basis. DIDO, FIFO and applicants residing outside West Wyalong will not be considered for this position.

If you're a reliable, safety-focused person looking for a hands‑on opportunity within the mining and exploration industry, we would like to hear from you.