Jumbo Operators

Macmahon; Australia; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

Retail discounts

Novated leases

Wellbeing program

Job summary

Macmahon Underground is expanding on Australia's East Coast and seeks experienced Jumbo Operators to join our team. You will operate Sandvik jumbo drill rigs on underground development projects and read designs and memos to guide work.

This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and delivering productive results across multiple site locations with family‑friendly rosters. Minimum 2 years’ experience, strong safety focus, and a positive culture are essential; DG Card and First Aid are highly desired.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience operating jumbo drill rigs.
• Strong safety focus and the ability to speak up.
• Team mindset and reliable work ethic.
• Commitment to contributing to a positive culture.
• Dangerous Goods Security Card (highly desired).
• First Aid Certificate (highly desired)

Responsibilities

• Operate Sandvik jumbo drill rig in a safe and efficient manner.
• Read and understand development designs and memos to guide work activities.
• Carry out underground development activities, including boring and installation of ground support.
• Install ground support such as split sets, resin bolts and mesh.
• Contribute to all stages of the mining cycle, maintaining productivity and minimising downtime.
• Provide clear and effective communication.
• Support a people‑first culture and live our Winning Values.
• Help teammates and foster a strong crew culture.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Strong communication

Reliability

Job description

At Macmahon, you’ll find something different. We’re a successful mining and civil contractor that’s going places – and we want to take you with us. When you join Macmahon, you’re joining a quality team that’s built together, and built to last.

Role Details

• Location: Established and new projects across Australia’s East Coast
• Roster: Family friendly, even‑time rosters available
• Brand‑new Sandvik fleets on site – DD421, DD422i
• Competitive benefits package including:
  • Paid Parental Leave for primary carers
  • Retail discounts (including homewares, outdoor gear, fuel and groceries)
  • Novated leases
  • Comprehensive wellbeing program

About the Role

Macmahon Underground is growing and expanding its footprint across Australia’s East Coast, creating exciting opportunities for experienced Jumbo Operators to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Operate Sandvik jumbo drill rig in a safe and efficient manner
• Read and understand development designs and operational memos to guide work activities
• Carry out underground development activities, including boring and installation of ground support
• Install various types of ground support, including split sets, resin bolts and mesh
• Contribute to all stages of the mining cycle, maintaining productivity and minimising downtime
• Provide clear and effective communication
• Contribute to our people‑first culture and live our Winning Values
• Help teammates, share knowledge and support a strong crew culture

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 2 years’ experience operating the jumbo drill rigs
• Strong safety focus and ability to speak up
• A team mindset and reliable work ethic
• Commitment to contributing to a positive culture
• Dangerous Goods Security Card (highly desired)
• First Aid Certificate (highly desired)

Why Macmahon?

• Real teamwork with people who know their stuff and who genuinely look out for each other
• Support to learn and grow, across stable long‑term projects