Jumbo Operator - Cowal

Careermine; West Wyalong; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates with super

Even time roster

Ongoing training opportunities

PPE provided

Career progression pathways

Discounted health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Redpath Mining is seeking an experienced Underground Jumbo Operator for Evolution Mining's Lake Cowal Underground Gold Mine in New South Wales. Join a long‑term project and contribute to safe, efficient mine development activities.

Operate twin-boom jumbo drill rigs, perform pre‑start checks and maintain high safety and quality standards while collaborating with underground teams. A strong safety mindset and relevant competencies are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous underground mining experience operating development jumbo drill rigs (Sandvik DD422i Jumbos).
• Demonstrated experience drilling underground development headings.
• Strong understanding of underground development and drill and blast practices.
• Commitment to safety and operational excellence.
• Ability to work effectively within a high-performing team environment.
• Relevant mining competencies, licences and tickets.
• Current Australian work rights.
• Ability to pass site medical and employment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate twin-boom jumbo drill rigs safely and efficiently.
• Drill development headings in accordance with mine plans and specifications.
• Accurately mark up and drill production and development rounds.
• Perform pre-start inspections and routine equipment checks.
• Identify and rectify minor equipment issues where appropriate.
• Ensure drilling activities meet safety, quality and production targets.
• Work closely with supervisors, charge-up crews and other underground personnel.
• Identify and report hazards, incidents and equipment defects.
• Maintain high housekeeping and operational standards underground.

Skills

Underground mining

Jumbo drilling

Safety culture

Teamwork

Tools

Sandvik DD422i

Drill rigs operation

Job description

Job Description

Underground Jumbo Operator | Lake Cowal | Redpath Mining

Roster 2/2

The Redpath Effect

Redpath is a premier full-service, global underground mining contractor with projects throughout Australia and across the globe.

With years of experience, hard work and innovative thinking have positioned Redpath as a reliable solutions provider to the mining industry. Redpath's dynamic teams apply ever-evolving best practices to optimize safety and productivity. We take pride in our superior service level and celebrate our employees, the heart of our company's success.

Join the Team at Lake Cowal

Redpath Australia is seeking experienced Underground Jumbo Operators to join our operations at Evolution Mining's Lake Cowal Underground Gold Mine in New South Wales. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a long-term project with a respected mining contractor while contributing to the safe and efficient delivery of mine development activities.

Responsibilities

About the Role

As a Jumbo Operator, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of underground development drill rigs, supporting mine development activities while maintaining high standards of safety, productivity and quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate twin-boom jumbo drill rigs safely and efficiently
• Drill development headings in accordance with mine plans and specifications
• Accurately mark up and drill production and development rounds
• Perform pre-start inspections and routine equipment checks
• Identify and rectify minor equipment issues where appropriate
• Ensure drilling activities meet safety, quality and production targets
• Work closely with supervisors, charge-up crews and other underground personnel
• Identify and report hazards, incidents and equipment defects
• Maintain high housekeeping and operational standards underground

Qualifications

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous underground mining experience operating development jumbo drill rigs (Sandvik DD422i Jumbos)
• Demonstrated experience drilling underground development headings
• Strong understanding of underground development and drill and blast practices
• Commitment to safety and operational excellence
• Ability to work effectively within a high-performing team environment
• Relevant mining competencies, licences and tickets
• Current Australian work rights
• Ability to pass site medical and employment requirements

Why Join Redpath

• Redpath offers a stable, long-term opportunity where your contribution is valued and your
• development is supported.
• Competitive hourly rates with super paid on all hours worked
• Even time roster supporting work-life balance
• Ongoing training and OEM-accredited development opportunities
• Clear career progression pathways
• PPE provided
• Salary sacrifice options including superannuation and novated leasing
• Discounted health insurance with BUPA
• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses (up to $200)
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your immediate family
• Redzone Rewards Program offering discounts and cashback
• Service milestone bonuses: $3,000 (5 years), $10,000 (10 years), $15,000 (15 years), $20,000 (20 years)