Paste Plant Operator – FIFO 2:2 | Underground Mining

Regis Resources; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Collaborative environment

Service awards & referrals

Job summary

Regis Resources, a leading Australian gold producer, seeks a Paste Plant Operator to join the team on a FIFO 2:2 roster from Perth. You will operate and monitor paste plant systems, ensure quality targets, conduct inspections and coordinate with underground crews to support safe, efficient production.

Reporting to the Paste Fill Supervisor, you will contribute to continuous improvement, maintain records and uphold high safety and environmental standards in an underground mining context.

Qualifications

• Experience operating fixed plant, processing plant or paste plant equipment.
• Strong understanding of plant operating procedures (start-up, shutdown, monitoring).
• Commitment to safe work practices, hazard identification and risk management.
• Mechanical aptitude with fault-finding and basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Clear shift handovers and operational updates through effective communication.
• Underground mining experience would be advantageous.
• Understanding of paste fill, tailings handling or reticulation systems is valuable.
• Experience with plant commissioning or process optimisation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor paste plant systems to meet production and quality targets.
• Control paste quality parameters (density, slump, flow rate, pressure, cement addition).
• Perform pre-start inspections, risk assessments and workplace inspections.
• Carry out plant start-ups, shutdowns, flushing activities and changeovers.
• Coordinate with underground paste crews and site stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records, reports and shift handovers.
• Identify and assist with troubleshooting plant faults and issues.
• Perform QA/QC sampling and testing activities.
• Support commissioning, optimisation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain high housekeeping, safety and environmental standards.

Skills

Fixed plant operation

Start-up/shutdown

Troubleshooting

Underground mining exposure

Team communication

Safety & hazard identification

Process optimisation

Job description

Regis Resources, a leading Australian gold producer, seeks a Paste Plant Operator to join the team on a FIFO 2:2 roster from Perth. You will operate and monitor paste plant systems, ensure quality targets, conduct inspections and coordinate with underground crews to support safe, efficient production.

Reporting to the Paste Fill Supervisor, you will contribute to continuous improvement, maintain records and uphold high safety and environmental standards in an underground mining context.