What You'll Be Doing

Join our Technical Services team and play a critical role in maximising ore recovery and supporting efficient mining operations. As an Open Pit Technician, you'll work closely with Geology, Survey and Mining teams to deliver accurate ore spotting, grade control, sampling and field data collection activities.

You'll assist with drilling programs, monitor mining activities, support survey work, maintain data quality, and provide the information needed to optimise mining performance. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working in the field and thrives in a fast-paced mining environment.

Why Tennant Mines

At Tennant Mines, you'll be part of a growing operation where your contribution directly impacts operational success. We offer a supportive team environment, opportunities to develop your technical skills, and the chance to work alongside experienced mining, geology and survey professionals. If you're looking for a role where no two days are the same and where your work genuinely influences mining outcomes, Tennant Mines is the place for you.

What We're Looking For
Essential

- Current Australian Manual C Class Driver's Licence (MR or HR highly regarded).

- Robust commitment to safety and safe work practices.

- Computer skills to accurately collect, record and manage field data.





- Ability to work outdoors in remote and demanding conditions.

- Ability and willingness to work night shift when required.

- Good communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred

- Experience working FIFO and within an operating mine environment.

- Previous exposure to open pit mining operations.

- Experience in ore spotting, sampling or grade control activities.

- Survey assistance or geological field experience.

- First Aid certification.

About You

You're a motivated and detail-focused mining professional who enjoys working outdoors and being close to the action. You take pride in producing accurate work, maintaining high safety standards and contributing to team success. You can adapt to changing priorities, communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders, and work independently when required. Most importantly, you're reliable, proactive and committed to continuous improvement.

Ready to Get Started?

If you're looking for an opportunity to build your technical mining career and work alongside a high-performing team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of a growing operation where your contribution makes a real difference every day.

No Agencies please

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