As an Underground Mining Operator, you will be responsible for ensuring the safe operation of an underground agitator to supply products for ground support, shotcreting, and delivery of concrete for construction work. This is a key role in supporting mining operations and requires attention to detail and a commitment to safety.
About the Role
This role involves operating an underground agitator safely and efficiently. You will be responsible for batching the required mix using the surface batch plant, ensuring quality and assurance of loads, conducting testing as required, installing and repairing services and ventilation in all development and production headings, operating the Shotcreter as required, plating and tensioning installed cables, assisting with production drill hole site setup, and performing thorough pre-start checks on all equipment.
* Key responsibilities include:
* Operating an underground agitator safely and efficiently.
* Batching the required mix using the surface batch plant.
* Ensuring quality and assurance of loads and conducting testing as required.
* Installing and repairing services and ventilation in all development and production headings.
* Operating the Shotcreter as required.
* Plating and tensioning installed cables as required.
* Assisting with production drill hole site setup as required.
* Performing thorough pre-start checks on all equipment.
The ideal candidate will have experience in underground agitator and batch plant operations, relevant qualifications, and strong written and verbal communication skills. A current C Class Driver's Licence, Working at Heights certification, and competency in I.T. operations are also essential. Strong mechanical aptitude and manual dexterity are required, as well as experience with hand tools and a solid understanding of batching operations.