Underground Production Driller – Lake Cowal Gold Mine

Redpath Mining Inc.; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Long-term role

Competitive pay

Even time roster

Training & development

Career progression

PPE provided

Salary packaging

Health insurance discount

Safety glasses reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Rewards program

Service milestones

Job summary

Redpath Mining is seeking an experienced Underground Production Driller to join the Lake Cowal operation in New South Wales. You will safely operate underground production drill rigs to meet production targets while upholding safety, quality and efficiency.

You will drill production rings, inspect equipment, monitor performance and work with the team to maintain high standards underground. This long-term role offers stable work with competitive hourly rates and career development.

Qualifications

• Underground production drilling experience in a mining environment.
• Experience drilling production rings underground.
• Experience operating Sandvik, Epiroc or similar production drilling equipment.
• Strong understanding of underground production mining and drill & blast practices.
• Commitment to safety and operational excellence.
• Ability to work effectively within a high-performing team environment.
• Relevant mining competencies, licences and tickets.
• Ability to pass site medical and employment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Operate underground production drill rigs safely and efficiently.
• Drill production rings in accordance with mine plans and engineering requirements.
• Accurately mark up and drill production patterns.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and routine equipment checks.
• Monitor drilling performance and maintain drilling accuracy.
• Identify and rectify minor equipment issues where appropriate.
• Maintain production targets while adhering to safety standards.
• Identify and report hazards, incidents and equipment defects.
• Work closely with Charge Up crews, Bogger Operators and Supervisors.
• Maintain high housekeeping and operational standards underground.

Skills

Underground drill rigs

Underground production rings

Sandvik/Epiroc equipment

Underground mining & drill & blast

Safety and productivity

Teamwork

Mining competencies & tickets

Site medical & employment checks

Job description

Redpath Mining is seeking an experienced Underground Production Driller to join the Lake Cowal operation in New South Wales. You will safely operate underground production drill rigs to meet production targets while upholding safety, quality and efficiency.

You will drill production rings, inspect equipment, monitor performance and work with the team to maintain high standards underground. This long-term role offers stable work with competitive hourly rates and career development.