Raisebore Offsider - Cadia

Careermine; Orange City Council; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rates

Career progression pathways

PPE provided

Novated car leasing options

Health insurance discounts

Safety glasses reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Rewards program

Service milestones

Job summary

Redpath is seeking entry-level team members to start a long-term underground career. The role emphasizes initiative, reliability, and a strong work ethic, with clear progression toward Senior Driller.

Based around Orange, NSW, the position involves hands-on training across raiseboring, including rod handling, drill rig maintenance, and site mobilisations. Enjoy a supportive team in a physically demanding environment.

Qualifications

• Must be based in or around Orange
• Current C Class Manual Driver's Licence
• Current Working at Heights Certificate
• First Aid Certificate (within the last 3 years)
• Minimum 3 months' experience in a labour-intensive role
• Ability to pass pre-employment medicals and drug & alcohol screening
• Ability and willingness to work underground
• A strong work ethic aligned with Redpath's core value: "Consider it done - safely."

Responsibilities

• Hands-on training across all aspects of raiseboring: rod handling, drill rig maintenance, mobilisation and demobilisation of equipment to and from sites

Skills

Initiative

Reliability

Strong work ethic

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Willingness to work underground

Tools

Raiseboring equipment

Job description

Job Description

This entry level position is your chance to start a long term career underground with Redpath.

We're looking for individuals who show initiative, reliability, and a strong work ethic. Our goal is to support your progression through the ranks - with the opportunity to develop into a Senior Driller.

Responsibilities

Roster & Work Environment

• 2 weeks on / 1 week off roster
• Rotating day and night shifts
• Physically demanding role working underground in small, close knit teams

You'll receive hands on training across all aspects of raiseboring, including:

• Rod handling
• Drill rig maintenance
• Mobilisation and demobilisation of equipment to and from sites

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Must be based in or around Orange
• Current C Class Manual Driver's Licence
• Current Working at Heights Certificate
• First Aid Certificate (within the last 3 years)
• Minimum 3 months' experience in a labour-intensive role
• Ability to pass pre-employment medicals and drug & alcohol screening
• Ability and willingness to work underground
• A strong work ethic aligned with Redpath's core value:
  "Consider it done - safely."

What we Offer

• Competitive hourly rates + super paid on all hours
• Clear career progression pathways
• PPE provided
• Salary Sacrifice options for Superannuation and Novated car leasing
• Discounted health insurance with BUPA
• Prescription safety glasses reimbursement (up to $200)
• Employee Assistance Program - 4 free sessions annually for you and your family
• Redzone Reward Program - discounts and cashback at hundreds of retailers
• Service Milestone Bonuses:
  • $3k at 5 years
  • $10k at 10 years
  • $15k at 15 years
  • $20k at 20 years

About Us

In 1962, Jim Redpath's vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath's employees are the heart of the company's success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.

Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.