Underground Operator | 7/7 Roster + Ground Support

sandvik; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

7 on 7 off roster

Competitive pay

Bonus opportunities

Training & development

Career growth

Safety culture

Job summary

Sandvik Ground Support is seeking safety-focused Underground Operators for our Ground Consolidation team in Queensland. Based at customer mine sites, you will operate underground equipment, install standing support and ventilation devices, and assist with chemical injections on a 7 days on / 7 days off roster.

You will contribute to safe operations, complete required safety documentation, and collaborate with an experienced team delivering innovative ground support solutions across underground

Qualifications

• Valid underground mining licence and relevant certifications.
• Experience in underground mining operations and safety procedures.
• Ability to work in confined, dark and physically demanding environments.
• Willingness to obtain competency across bolters, shuttle cars, loaders, drift runners and QDS implements.

Responsibilities

• Operate underground mining equipment and mobile plant.
• Load and unload materials safely and efficiently.
• Install standing support structures and ventilation devices.
• Assist with chemical injection product applications.
• Complete roof and rib bolting and other strata support activities.
• Operate and maintain pumps and other underground equipment.
• Assist with roadway maintenance.
• Conduct pre- and post-operational equipment inspections.
• Complete safety documentation and interactions.
• Maintain clear crew communication and handovers.
• Support daily and weekly operational plans and performance targets.
• Maintain high housekeeping and safety standards underground.

Skills

Underground mining

Licences

Safety procedures

Mechanical troubleshooting

Teamwork & communication

Tools

Bolters

Shuttle cars

Loaders

Drift runners

QDS implements

Job description

Sandvik Ground Support is seeking safety-focused Underground Operators for our Ground Consolidation team in Queensland. Based at customer mine sites, you will operate underground equipment, install standing support and ventilation devices, and assist with chemical injections on a 7 days on / 7 days off roster.

You will contribute to safe operations, complete required safety documentation, and collaborate with an experienced team delivering innovative ground support solutions across underground