Open Cut Mine Pump Operator

seek.com.au; Singleton Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

seek.com.au is seeking an Open Cut Mine Pump Operator for a mining environment in Singleton, NSW. The role includes 12-hour shifts on a 7-day roster or 9-hour day shifts, with weekends/public holidays paid accordingly. A 3-month trial applies, with permanent status possible after successful completion.

Training will cover pump operations and mine site safety. Equal opportunity employer offering opportunities for ongoing employment upon probation.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated willingness and capacity to perform the inherent physical requirements.
• Ability to work independently and within a team in outdoors in all weather conditions.
• A current driver’s license is required.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to OH&S standards and practices.
• Ability to comply with Drug & Alcohol requirements.
• Willingness to undergo an Order 45 Coal Services Health Medical.
• Knowledge/experience with large volume electric and diesel pumping systems.
• Recent open cut mine experience.
• Poly welding ticket with poly welding experience.
• HR driving licence would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate open cut mine pumping equipment and systems.
• Work outdoors in mining environments in all weather conditions.
• Follow OH&S policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the team to maintain wastewater management.

Skills

Physical fitness

Outdoor work ability

Teamwork

Communication skills

OH&S knowledge

Drug & Alcohol compliance

Order 45 medical willingness

Pumping systems knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Poly welding ticket

Tools

Poly welding experience

HR driving licence

Large volume pumping systems familiarity

Current driver’s license

Job description

Open Cut Mine Pump Operator within an organization involved with the management and maintenance of wastewater programs in a mining environment in the Singleton area.

• Lifestyle roster - runs 7 days a week (4 on - 5 off -5 on -4 off) from 6am to 6pm (12hr shift) OR Monday to Friday (9 hr shift). Day shift only.
• Weekends and Public Holidays are included in the roster & paid accordingly.
• All penalty rates payable for work over 7 hours Monday to Friday and days worked on the weekend.
• Job will initially be for a 3-month trial period during which you will work Monday to Friday. You will be permanent if you pass the trial.
• Pump training and all relevant mine site training will be provided on the job.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated willingness and capacity to perform the inherent physical requirements of the role.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and within a team in the outdoors in all weather conditions.
• A condition of employment is that you possess a current driver’s license.
• Have reasonable communication skills (written and verbal).
• Have knowledge of and commitment to OH&S.
• Ability to comply with current / ongoing Drug & Alcohol requirements.
• Willingness to undergo an Order 45 Coal Services Health Medical.
• Knowledge / experience with large volume electric and diesel pumping systems.
• Recent open cut mine experience.
• Current poly welding ticket with experience in poly welding.
• HR driving licence would be an advantage.

Applications close on 25th September 2026.

A full resume listing current qualifications / skills and experience should be provided.