Underground Grader Operator

Perenti Group; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Roster options

FIFO/DIDO options

Global career progression

Training and development

Sign-on bonus

Employee referral program

Collaborative team

Job summary

Barminco, a global mining services company and part of the Perenti Group, is seeking an Underground Grader Operator for Western Australia sites. You’ll perform safe, efficient grading to maintain haul roads and support underground operations with state‑of‑the‑art equipment.

Ideal candidates have underground grader experience, strong safety understanding, a valid HR licence, and the ability to follow mine plans.

Qualifications

• Must have prior underground grader operating experience.
• Strong knowledge of underground mining processes and safety standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and follow mine plans.

Responsibilities

• Operate an underground grader to maintain safe, smooth haul roads.
• Shape and repair road surfaces to support heavy underground equipment.
• Identify and report ground, road, and safety hazards.
• Conduct pre-start checks.
• Work in accordance with underground safety, ventilation, and site procedures.
• Support efficient traffic flow and safe underground operations.

Skills

Grader operator experience

Underground mining understanding

Safety standards

Team player

Job description

Barminco forms part of the Perenti Group, a diversified global mining services company. Barminco can offer you opportunities to take your career to the next level as one of the world's largest hard-rock underground mining companies, with operations in Australia and across the globe. The Perenti Group operates across a wide range of mining sectors and offers unique career progression opportunities.

About our Role

Join the Barminco team as an Underground Grader Operator and play a key role in our mining operations with opportunities available at multiple sites throughout Western Australia. You will contribute to safe, efficient underground production using state-of-the-art equipment to maintain safe, well-drained haul roads and working areas.

What will your day to day look like?

• Operate an underground grader to maintain safe, smooth, and well-drained haul roads.

• Shape and repair road surfaces to support heavy underground mining equipment.

• Identify and report ground, road, and safety hazards.

• Conduct pre-start checks

• Work in accordance with underground safety, ventilation, and site procedures.

• Support efficient traffic flow and safe underground operations.

Our ideal candidate background includes:

• Previous experience as a Grader Operator in underground mining.

• Strong understanding of underground mining processes and safety standards.

• Valid HR Driver's Licence and relevant mining certifications.

• Ability to work effectively in a team and follow detailed mine plans.

What can we offer you?

• Competitive pay with superannuation on all hours worked.

• Various rosters available, including 7/7 14/7 14/14.

• FIFO and DIDO options across a range of locations.

• Opportunities for career progression with a global organisation (ever considered working overseas?)

• Signifcant training and career development opportunities

• $3,000 sign-on bonus + access to our Employee Referral Program

• Work in a collaborative, Principles-driven team.

About Barminco

Barminco, part of the Perenti Group, is a global leader in high-speed development and underground hard rock mining services. With more than 35 years of experience and a team of 7,000 people across Australia, North America and Africa, we deliver safe, innovative and efficient solutions for our clients every day.

When you join Barminco, you'll work with cutting-edge equipment, proven systems and a team that values safety, respect and growth. We offer exciting career pathways, global opportunities and the chance to make an impact in a world-class mining environment.

Recruitment Process

We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives and experiences drive success. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply if you're passionate about contributing to our team.

Successful candidates will need to meet our pre-employment requirements, including medical assessment, drug and alcohol screening, and a valid National Police Clearance. Proof of working rights in Australia is also required.