Paste Crew Operator

The Opportunity

Join a well-known underground mining contractor at a large-scale hard rock operation in Central NSW. This is a long-term opportunity for experienced paste crew operators looking for a lifestyle-friendly roster, strong earning potential and the chance to progress into a permanent position.

• Lifestyle-friendly 2:2 roster (7 days, 7 nights, 14 off)
• 12-hour shifts with accommodation and meals provided
• Long-term contract with an established underground mining contractor
• DIDO / FIFO options available with DIDO allowance or flights paid
• Start as a casual labour hire contractor with the intention of moving to a permanent position after 26 weeks / 12 swings (extremely likely but not guaranteed)
• Ongoing training, development and opportunities to progress into senior and leading hand positions

The Mine Site

Based in Central NSW, you'll be working at a large and established gold mining operation with both open pit and underground operations. The underground mine is relatively new and continues to ramp up production, providing plenty of long-term work and development opportunities.

• Long mine life with significant ongoing investment in the underground operation
• Modern underground operation with a strong focus on safety and development
• Large site with an experienced mining and contracting workforce
• Accommodation provided in a purpose-built mining camp
• Close-knit underground crews with a strong team culture

The Role

Working as part of the underground paste crew, you'll support paste backfill operations alongside general underground services, construction and infrastructure work. It's a varied position suited to someone comfortable getting involved across different areas of the underground operation.

• Install, inspect, repair and maintain paste reticulation, poly and steel pipework
• Assist with stope preparation, paste line set-up, inspections and monitoring during pours
• Construct paste barricades, RDPBs and establish underground exclusion zones
• Install and maintain ventilation infrastructure, wall support and underground services
• Operate underground equipment including ITs, work baskets and light vehicles

Roster & Camp

The position offers a genuine two-weeks-on, two-weeks-off lifestyle roster, with everything taken care of while you're on swing.

• 2:2 roster (7 days, 7 nights, 14 days off)
• 12-hour shifts - approximately 5:30am to 5:30pm / 5:30pm to 5:30am
• Private ensuite accommodation at a purpose-built camp in Central NSW
• Buffet-style breakfast and evening meals provided
• Daily shuttle bus between camp and site

Your Background

We're looking for people with underground mining experience who are comfortable working within a hands-on crew environment. Previous paste experience will be highly regarded, particularly for the more senior positions.

• Previous underground hard rock mining experience
• Paste crew, underground services, pipework or similar experience highly regarded
• Experience operating underground equipment such as ITs and work baskets advantageous
• Strong safety focus with the ability to work effectively within a crew
• Current driver's licence and a reliable, positive approach to work

What's On Offer

This is a great opportunity to join a reputable mining contractor with a strong pipeline of work and an established presence across the Australian underground mining industry.

• Attractive casual hourly rates + super
• Clear pathway from casual labour hire into a permanent position
• Long-term project with approximately four years remaining on the contractor's current site agreement
• Regular opportunities for training, development and progression
• Excellent roster, camp facilities and a close-knit underground crew

If you're an experienced underground operator looking to move into paste, or already have solid paste crew experience and want to take the next step, apply today for a confidential discussion or call Matt Grainger on [0448551 252](tel:0448551 252)

In the past 5 years we have been extremely humbled to have placed over 14,000 people into meaningful employment. This equates to 21 lives enhanced every day!

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