Mining Underground Opportunities

Spinifex Recruiting; Parkes; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Entry-level opportunity

7/7 roster

12-hour shifts

On-the-job learning

Safety-focused environment

Career development

Job summary

Spinifex Recruiting is seeking motivated candidates for entry-level underground mining roles near Parkes, NSW. You will join a production crew, support daily underground operations and learn on the job in a safety-focused environment.

These roles feature a 7/7 roster with 12-hour day and night shifts. Previous experience isn't required; a strong work ethic, reliability and a willingness to learn are essential to grow your career in underground mining.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
• Interest in starting a career in underground mining.
• Positive attitude and ability to work well within a team.
• Commitment to safety and following procedures.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, including days and nights.
• Good communication skills and reliability.
• Physical fitness for underground mining.

Responsibilities

• Assisting underground production crews with daily mining activities.
• Transporting tools, equipment and materials to support underground operations.
• Assisting with the preparation and organisation of underground work areas.
• Supporting production personnel to keep operations running efficiently.
• Maintaining clean and safe work areas.
• Following site safety procedures and reporting hazards.
• Working collaboratively with the crew to achieve production goals.

Job description

Underground Roles | Entry-Level Opportunities | 7/7 Roster | Parkes

Underground Roles| 7/7 Roster | Days & Nights

Looking to kick-start your career in underground mining?

We are currently seeking motivated and reliable candidates to join our client's underground production team near Parkes, NSW.

This is a great opportunity for individuals looking to get their foot in the door of the mining industry, with entry-level candidates encouraged to apply. You'll be working alongside experienced underground personnel, supporting daily production activities in a safety-focused environment.

With a lifestyle-friendly 7/7 roster and 12-hour shifts, this is an opportunity to build your skills and establish a career in underground mining.

What's on Offer

• Roster: 7 days on, 7 days off.

• Shifts: 12-hour rotating day and night shifts.

• Opportunity: Entry-level roles available for candidates looking to enter underground mining.

• Experience: On-the-job learning alongside experienced underground production crews.

• Career Development: An opportunity to develop your skills and progress within underground mining.

About the Role

Working as part of an underground production crew and Underground Nippers you will assist with day-to-day mining activities, ensuring equipment, materials and work areas are organised and ready to support safe and efficient production.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assisting underground production crews with daily mining activities.

• Transporting tools, equipment and materials to support underground operations.

• Assisting with the preparation and organisation of underground work areas.

• Supporting production personnel to keep operations running efficiently.

• Maintaining clean and safe work areas.

• Following site safety procedures and reporting hazards.

• Working collaboratively with the crew to achieve production goals.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A strong work ethic and a willingness to learn.

• A genuine interest in starting a career in underground mining.

• A positive attitude and the ability to work well within a team.

• A strong commitment to safety and following procedures.

• The ability to work 12-hour shifts, including days and nights.

• Good communication skills and reliability.

• The physical fitness required to work in an underground mining environment.

Previous underground mining experience is not essential for suitable entry-level applicants. We are looking for candidates with the right attitude, reliability and motivation to learn.

Requirements

• Current C-Class Driver's Licence.

• Must be able to drive a manual vehicle.

• Reliable transport to and from site.

• Must reside within approximately one hour of Parkes, NSW, to comply with the site's 14-hour door-to-door travel policy.

• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical (PEM).

• Willingness to complete drug and alcohol screening.

• Ability to complete required site inductions and training.

• Full Australian working rights.

What's On Offer

• Entry-level opportunity to break into underground mining.

• 7/7 roster with rotating days and nights.

• 12-hour shifts.

• The chance to learn from experienced underground production personnel.

• A supportive, safety-focused working environment.

• Opportunity to develop valuable underground mining skills.