Construction Operator
Underground Operations, Fill & Services
George Fisher Mine – Mount Isa Mines, Queensland, Australia
Reference No. 100302


George Fisher Mine are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Construction Operator, in the Fill & Services Department at George Fisher Mine. This position is residentially based in Mt Isa.


Mount Isa
Mount Isa is a thriving city acting as a hub for regional business, transport, services and government in North West Queensland. Mount Isa Mines attracts the best people from all over Australia and the world who are drawn to working for a high-calibre mining operation with the added benefit of a comfortable residential-based work arrangement.


We believe in the value of our people and our approach fosters the highest level of professionalism, ownership and entrepreneurial spirit in all our people while never compromising on their safety and well-being. We offer excellent remuneration package and benefits above market superannuation, and significant professional development opportunities. Learn more about Mount Isa Mines at www.mountisamines.com.au


Our people return home every day and enjoy a thriving town of 23,000 people. You will always have something to do, go to restaurants, movies, join a gym and sporting activities, play golf, as well as fishing and camping and activities at the lake.


The Role
We are looking for an experienced and skilled individual to join us in the role of a Construction Operator within the Fill & Services Department. Reporting to the Fill & Services Supervisor, you will be required to construct bulkheads, install paste fill pipes, secondary ventilation fans, carry out hand-held drilling and general construction work. Extensive experience in underground services and construction work and paste fill pipe installation is required. Normet, Heavy/Medium Rigid Truck, Dogger & Riggers and Welding Tickets highly desirable. The roster for this role is on a 7 on 7 off day and night continuous shift.
In this role you will be responsible for:

• Installation and ongoing repair and maintenance of underground paste and ventilation systems.
• Underground construction projects.
• Engaging with a number of department stakeholders to ensure tasks are completed safely and efficiently.

The successful candidate will possess:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a mining/underground operation.
• Current Australian Drivers Licence.
• Hard working, reliable and able to work unsupervised.
• Strong focus on completing the job safely, efficiently and to a high standard.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent trouble-shooting & problem solving skills.
• Flexible approach and adaptable to change with a high attention to detail.
• Good time management skills and able to work well under pressure.
• Demonstrated ability to work well in a team environment.

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For further information, please contact: Graham Geraghty, Recruitment Coordinatoron 0427 779 262 or emailgraham.geraghty@glencore.com.au
Applications Close: 08:00 am, Tuesday 26 November 2024