Longhole Operator | 8:6 7:7 FIFO from Perth | Sandvik Fleet | Gold Mining

Catalyst Metals; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8:6 / 7:7 roster

Health insurance eligibility

Salary sacrifice options (novatedLease

Onsite private room

Gym and pool facilities

Exposure to underground operation

Opportunity to contribute beyond core

Supportive site leadership

Internal progression opportunities

Job summary

Catalyst Metals Ltd in Western Australia seeks a Long Hole Production Driller to operate Sandvik long hole rigs in challenging underground conditions. You'll drill to tight tolerances, support stope planning, and maintain safety and efficiency on site.

Join a growing underground operation with development opportunities, roster with 8:6/7:7, and access to onsite facilities. This role requires a focus on precision, teamwork, and adherence to procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience operating long hole production drills in underground mining.
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork on site.
• Ability to follow design plans and procedures precisely.

Responsibilities

• Operate long hole production drill rigs.
• Drill production rings in accordance with design specifications.
• Maintain drilling accuracy to minimise overbreak and dilution.
• Conduct equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Collaborate with charge-up and technical teams to ensure stope readiness.

Skills

Long hole drilling

Drill rig operation

Safety culture

Team-based work

Procedural work

C-Class Licence

Tools

Sandvik long hole drills

Job description

About Catalyst Metals

Catalyst Metals Limited owns andoperatesthe Plutonic Gold Mine in the Eastern Gascoyne region of Western Australia. The operation is undergoing continued underground growth, with multiple mining areas progressing from development into production.

Catalyst is focused on building a long-life gold business supported by disciplined technical planning and strong operational execution.

Catalyst Metals Limited is listed on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX code: CYL).

Catalyst Metals Ltd is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Agency referrals are not being accepted.

About the Role

We take pride in the ground we work in – competent rock, a strong safety culture and a modern Sandvik fleet that sets you up for success.You'llfind a supportive team environment with real pathways for development, working in technically challenging conditions that build depth in your skills and exposure to precision underground mining.

As we move toward2.2 million tonnes per annum, production drilling accuracy becomes increasingly important. Our Long Hole Drillers are central to delivering quality stopes that drive predictable production and minimise dilution.

Working in technically varied ore bodies,you'lloperatemodernSandvik long hole production drills, drilling to tight tolerances and collaborating closely with geology and engineering to execute designed stope plans.

This is a role for operators who understand that drilling precision directlyimpactstonnes,gradeand recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate long hole production drill rigs

• Drill production ringsin accordance withdesign specifications

• Maintain drilling accuracy to minimise overbreak and dilution

• Conduct equipment inspections and basic maintenance

• Collaborate with charge-up and technical teams to ensure stope readiness

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Strong commitment to safety and team-based work

• Proven experienceoperatinglong hole production drills

• Strong understanding of ring design and drilling accuracy requirements

• Experience in remnant or technically complexstopingenvironments (desirable)

• Commitment tomaintainingclean and efficient working areas

• Ability to follow procedures and work to plan

• Current Manual C-Class Driver's Licence

Why Catalyst?

FIFOisn'tfor everyone — it requires commitment and time away from home.That'swhy we place strong emphasis on creating a supportive team culture, approachableleadershipand an environment where people work hard, back each other in, and still find time to have a laugh and enjoy what site has to offer.

We offer:

• 8:6 / 7:7roster promoting genuine work-life balance

• Health insurance eligibility

• Salary sacrifice options including novated lease, airport car parking and more

• Short commute from camp to site with own private room

• Fully equipped gym, swimming pool, multipurpose sports court and more

• Exposure to a growing and expanding underground operation

• Opportunity to contribute beyond your core role and influence how we operate

• Supportive and collaborative site leadership team

• Ongoing development and internal progression opportunities

This role offers genuine development potential for someone looking to build their career within a growing Australian mining business.