Underground Grader Operator – FIFO Tanami

Newmont Australia; Northern Territory; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

FIFO travel

Modern camp accommodation

Wellbeing program

Training opportunities

Career paths

Inclusion & safety

Job summary

Newmont Tanami is seeking a Grader Operator to maintain safe underground haul roads and operate grading equipment at the Tanami underground gold mine in the Northern Territory. The role involves ensuring roadways are in optimal condition and supporting safe, productive underground operations.

You'll work on a 7days7nights - 14days off roster, fly-in, fly-out, with accommodation provided. Join Newmont for a challenging environment that values safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven experience operating heavy mobile equipment in an underground mining environment.
• Sound understanding of grader operation, blade control and routine preventative maintenance requirements.
• Strong knowledge of underground mining safety practices, risk management and site procedures.
• Ability to work effectively in confined underground environments while coordinating with other equipment operators and crews.
• Strong communication skills, a positive safety focus and a commitment to teamwork and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Operate underground grading equipment to maintain safe, smooth and navigable haul roads across the mine.
• Maintain road surfaces, windrows and drainage systems to support safe and efficient production activities.
• Conduct pre-start inspections, identify defects and take ownership of the safe operation and condition of assigned equipment.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and mobile equipment operators to coordinate activities and minimise operational disruptions.
• Contribute to a strong safety culture through hazard identification, workplace inspections and compliance with site procedures and standards.

Job description

Newmont Tanami is seeking a Grader Operator to maintain safe underground haul roads and operate grading equipment at the Tanami underground gold mine in the Northern Territory. The role involves ensuring roadways are in optimal condition and supporting safe, productive underground operations.

You'll work on a 7days7nights - 14days off roster, fly-in, fly-out, with accommodation provided. Join Newmont for a challenging environment that values safety, teamwork and continuous improvement.