Vault Minerals is a energetic and cohesive company born from the recent merger of Red 5 Limited and Silverlake Resources, uniting our shared vision for the future. With our base in Australia, Vault Minerals is now strategically positioned to unlock greater value, expand our operations, and execute our strategy of providing larger, longer-life, and lower-cost gold production.
Deflector Operation consists of two high-grade, narrow vein Gold/Copper mines, located 160 km east of Geraldton. The ore is contained in a series of structurally complex lodes, namely the Deflector and Deflector Southwest deposits.
Reporting to the Underground Supervisor, the Underground Production Driller is responsible for safely and efficiently operating long hole production drills for stope production, ensuring all activities are completed in line with Vault Minerals’ operational procedures, legislative requirements, and best practice safety standards to achieve production and safety targets.
This position will be offered on a 14:14 FIFO roster from Perth or DIDO roster from Geraldton.
Key Responsibilities of this Role Will Include:
- Operate long hole production drills safely and efficiently for stope production purposes
- Set up drilling rigs accurately according to drill designs and plans
- Perform collaring, drilling, and reaming activities to mine plans and survey specifications
- Monitor drilling operations and ground conditions; report any hazards or inconsistencies
- Carry out minor troubleshooting, adjustments, and first-line maintenance on drill rigs
- Complete pre-start checklists, shift reports, and hole progress logs accurately
- Coordinate with Mining Engineers, Surveyors, and Supervisors to optimise drilling accuracy and performance
- Maximise rig utilisation by ensuring timely setup, relocation, auto-drilling at end of shift, and shift handovers
- Manage drill consumables efficiently and report shortages promptly
- Participate in scheduled preventative maintenance inspections
- Communicate clearly with mining crews via two-way radio systems during drilling activities
- Assist with other underground tasks as directed by supervisor
About You
Experience & Qualifications:
- Completion of Year 10 education
- Minimum 1 year experience in underground long hole drilling operations
- Proven track record of safe underground drilling practices
Required Certifications:
- WA Manual Driver’s Licence (C-Class)
- WA Dangerous Goods Security Card (DGSC)
- Senior First Aid Certificate
- Working at Heights Certification
- Level 1 & Level 2 Isolation (Site Inducted)
- Knowledge in Gas Test Atmospheric (Site Inducted)
- IT Loader (desirable)
What We Offer
- Competitive salary
- Long-term incentive plans
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paywise offers the following employee benefits to Vault Minerals employees:
o Novated Lease Vehicles
o Trade Tools
o FIFO Travel
o Portable Electronic Devices
o Self-Education
o Airport Lounge Membership
Our Recruitment Process
As part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen, and a National Police Clearance.
If you would like to join us on our growth journey, please apply now.
Vault Minerals kindly requests that agencies do not send unsolicited resumes unless specifically invited to do so.
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