Underground Paste Crew Operator - Career Growth & FIFO

Barminco; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time permanent employment

FIFO opportunities

DIDO options

Career progression opportunities

Industry-leading training and dev

Employee discounts

Job summary

Barminco, part of the Perenti Group, is seeking a Paste Crew Operator to support underground mining across Australia. You will mix, pump and place paste backfill to provide ground support and enable safe, efficient mining.

You will monitor paste fill devices, liaise with the paste plant operator, complete checklists, and work with mining teams to meet schedules while upholding safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications

• Prior paste crew operator experience in underground mining.
• Underground mining experience with paste fill processes and equipment.
• All relevant qualifications, certificates and licences are current.

Responsibilities

• Monitor paste fill devices, walls and valves.
• Coordinate with paste plant operator and team.
• Complete paste fill checklists and paperwork.
• Ensure paste backfill is completed as planned.
• Install and maintain paste barricades and bulkheads.
• Inspect and clear paste lines and equipment to prevent blockages.
• Collaborate with mining and production teams to meet schedules.
• Follow safety, quality and environmental procedures.

Skills

Paste Crew Operator

Underground mining experience

Safety culture awareness

Education

RPLs / licences

Medical clearance

Job description

Barminco, part of the Perenti Group, is seeking a Paste Crew Operator to support underground mining across Australia. You will mix, pump and place paste backfill to provide ground support and enable safe, efficient mining.

You will monitor paste fill devices, liaise with the paste plant operator, complete checklists, and work with mining teams to meet schedules while upholding safety and quality procedures.