Dewatering & Pumping Operator — FIFO Mining Crew

Hvo; Clermont; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO – Fully funded

7/7 Rotating Dayshift Roster

DIDO or Residential options

Education assistance program

Healthy Lifestyle reimbursement

Village Accommodation

Job summary

Glencore's Clermont Open Cut is seeking a dewatering/pump operator to support day-to-day dewatering operations. You will operate, maintain and monitor pumping equipment, ensuring compliance with SHMS and safety standards.

You will work with mining teams, perform inspections, respond to changing conditions, and participate in pre-starts. This hands-on role offers a 7/7 roster, FIFO options, and competitive remuneration.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in large mining operation.
• Strong safety focus and ability to follow site procedures and permit systems.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.
• Pumping system maintenance experience.
• Mine-site dewatering experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain dewatering/pumping equipment and infrastructure.
• Monitor water levels, flows, and pump performance; respond to site conditions.
• Conduct routine inspections, basic troubleshooting, and minor maintenance.
• Complete pre-starts, hazard identification, and required documentation.
• Work with crews to support safe, continuous operations.
• Install and service poly pipelines and dewatering infrastructure.
• Carry out pump inspections, fault finding, and replacements.
• Dogging, rigging and lifting assistance as needed.
• Operate vehicles and plant associated with dewatering.
• Maintain high housekeeping and safety standards.

Skills

Mining experience

Safety focus

Driver's Licence

Pump maintenance

Weather adaptability

HR Licence

Mechanical fitter

Diesel pumping

Poly welding

Dogging & Rigging

Team collaboration

Site procedures

Job description

Glencore's Clermont Open Cut is seeking a dewatering/pump operator to support day-to-day dewatering operations. You will operate, maintain and monitor pumping equipment, ensuring compliance with SHMS and safety standards.

You will work with mining teams, perform inspections, respond to changing conditions, and participate in pre-starts. This hands-on role offers a 7/7 roster, FIFO options, and competitive remuneration.