Underground Operators - Truck Drivers, Water cart operators, Jumbo Offsiders (Nippers)
Job no: 500290
Work type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Rosebery Mine
We are MMG and we mine for progress.
At MMG, our vision is to create a leading international mining company for a low carbon future.
We mine for progress to create wealth for our people, host communities and shareholders with an ambition to grow and diversify our resource, production and value.
MMG Rosebery Mine is an underground polymetallic base metal mine located in the township of Rosebery in the west coast of Tasmania, Australia. It has been at the heart of the Rosebery community since 1936 and is one of Tasmania’s largest and oldest continuously operating, underground mines producing zinc, copper and lead concentrates, as well as gold doré.
It supports approximately 500 workers and their families, has a strong community focus and engages a wide range of local businesses from across Tasmania in its supply chain boosting the economy of the West Coast of Tasmania and beyond.
Underground Operators - Truck Drivers, Water cart operators, Jumbo Offsiders (Nippers)
Reporting to the Underground Shift Supervisor you will ensure that all aspects of underground truck haulage are carried out safely and efficiently in accordance with Company and Legislative standards and procedures.
On a shift-by-shift basis you will be responsible for:
- Conducting pre-start safety checks on the mining equipment you are assigned to for the day.
- Following shift plans to safely haul ore to the surface operational processing plant.
- Real-time communication with Mine Control.
- Completion of all required shift reports.
- Effective handovers with your immediate cross-shift and supervisors.
- Carrying out workplace inspections.
- The safe haulage of rock material to designated underground tipping locations.
- Ensuring correct signage (warning/hazards) is used and maintained at all times according to site standards and procedures.
- Ensuring good housekeeping standards are maintained at all times.
- These positions will also assist Jumbo Operations through Jumbo Offsiders (Nipper).
- Here the role will work alongside the Underground Drillers but also partake in ad hoc tasks as assigned by the shift supervisor.
- Nippering work is manual labour requiring a strong level of personal fitness.
Qualifications
- A manual driver’s license.
- First aid certificate – Desirable.
Competencies
To be successful in the position we are looking for individuals who have:
- An unwavering commitment to safe work practices.
- A willingness to work collaboratively as a team and support the Company Values.
- Clear Pre-Employment Medical and Drug & Alcohol screening and willingness to partake in Pre-Employment Background checks.
- Experience in the operation of heavy earth moving equipment (Cat AD55/AD60 preferred)
- Previous underground mining experience is desirable or experience in manufacturing or heavy industry.
What we offer
- A safety-first culture.
- Permanent employment contract with MMG.
- Attractive salary package with annual performance bonus.
- A strong teamwork environment with an unwavering commitment to safe work practices.
For more information on MMG’s Rosebery operation please click on this link https://www.mmg.com/our-business/rosebery/
We are an equal opportunity employer who values and respects diversity. We recognise the unique value your contribution makes to the progress of our company and the communities in which we operate.
If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, please apply online before the application closing date.
Advertised: Tasmania Standard Time
Applications close:
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