Remote Loader Operator

Company description:

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NQM Gold 2 Pty Ltd is an Australian gold explorer, developer, and producer, operating Pajingo Gold Mine, a long-established underground gold mining operation located approximately 50 km south of Charters Towers in North Queensland. Pajingo is recognised for its high-grade epithermal gold deposits and its commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

The operation plays a significant role in the regional economy through gold production, employment opportunities, and ongoing investment in exploration and mine development.

Situated in the heart of North Queensland, the mine benefits from its proximity to Charters Towers, a vibrant regional centre offering excellent amenities, while also being within easy reach of Townsville and the world-renowned natural beauty of the Great Barrier Reef.

Job description:

NQM Gold 2 Pty Ltd is an Australian gold explorer, developer, and producer, operating Pajingo Gold Mine, a long-established underground gold mining operation located approximately 50 km south of Charters Towers in North Queensland. Pajingo is recognised for its high-grade epithermal gold deposits and its commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

The operation plays a significant role in the regional economy through gold production, employment opportunities, and ongoing investment in exploration and mine development.

Situated in the heart of North Queensland, the mine benefits from its proximity to Charters Towers, a vibrant regional centre offering excellent amenities, while also being within easy reach of Townsville and the world-renowned natural beauty of the Great Barrier Reef

We're looking for an experienced Remote Loader Operator to join our underground mining team on a full-time permanent basis.

This role is responsible for development drilling, ground support installation, and ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently to support production targets.

What you'll be doing

• Ensure safe and efficient remote bogging of ore in unsupported ground
• Ensure safe and efficient conventional bogging of ore and waste drives
• Tele-remote recovery of Boggers
• Complete assigned work and associated paperwork
• Establish and maintain the highest possible standards of housekeeping and cleanliness in individual work areas and on the company's property generally
• Ensure compliance with environmental procedures and standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement by constantly looking for opportunities to improve work safety, practices, and procedures
• Ensure good clear communication lines within team and with other sections/departments.

What we're looking for

• Minimum 5 years of underground mining experience
• Previous Remote Loader operating experience
• Manual and Check Scaling Competency
• A proactive approach to safety through positive leadership
• a strong commitment to safe working practices
• Ability to work well within a team
• Reliable, motivated, and able to work independently when required

What's on offer

• Permanent, full-time opportunity
• Lifestyle-friendly 7/7 roster
• Competitive rates
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to work at an established underground gold operation

If you're an experienced Remote Loader operator looking for your next role, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and join our team at Pajingo.