Nipper – Underground Development (ENTRY LEVEL)

George Fisher Mine Operations

Mount Isa, Queensland

Reference No: 100013

Mount Isa Mines are currently seeking multiple Nippers, in the Development team at the George Fisher Mine Operations. These positions are residentially based in Mount Isa and is an entry level position to get your start in the underground mining industry.

There’s never been a better time to join Mount Isa Mines. As we deliver significant transformation projects on site, we’re creating secure, long-term opportunities for people who want to build their careers where they live. We’re committed to attracting and developing local talent, backing our workforce and investing in a future that supports our people and our community.

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The Role

We are looking for a motivated and physically fit team member with a strong commitment to safety to join us in the role of a Nipper. An individual who is responsible for the safe operation of plant and equipment. To assist with the development and rehabilitation to partake in ad hoc tasks such as delivery, pick up and transport of heavy mining consumables and personnel within the underground mine, reporting to the Development Supervisor.



The roster for this role is on a day and night, 7 on 7 off rotating roster.

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

Performing pre-start checks, hazard identification, PRAs and the installations of barricades / signageEnsuring all housekeeping is kept to a high standard, including washing the light vehicles as required and removing excess consumables and rubbish from job sitesThe communication of accurate and timely information to Mine Control and Cross ShiftReporting the status of all development headings that have been set up during shift to the Supervisor

The successful candidate will possess:

A demonstrated history of reliability and punctualityWillingness and ability to learn new processesExcellent troubleshooting & problem solving skillsFlexible approach and adaptable to change with a high attention to detailHold a current Australian Manual LicenceAble to pass Pre-employment medical including a Drug and AlcoholCurrently hold or have the ability to obtain a Queensland Security Explosives Clearance Card

For further information, please contact: Kerryn Fuller – [email protected]

Applications Close: 8:00am Thursday 30th July 2026

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