Together. Works.At Macmahon, you'll find something different. We're a successful mining and civil contractor that's going places - and we want to take you with us. When you join Macmahon, you're joining a quality team that's built together, and built to last.
Macmahon has more than 30 years' experience as a leading underground mining contractor. With an ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, our underground mining team applies a robust safety culture to all aspects of operations.
In our underground mining crews, teamwork isn't just talk - it's how we operate. You'll be part of a crew that gets in, gets the job done and backs each other every shift. Safe, steady and reliable is how we keep things moving.
Role Details
- Location: Established and new projects across Western Australia
- Flights: FIFO Perth or DIDO Kalgoorlie/Goldfields
- Roster: 7/7 (rotating days and nights) OR 14/14 (days and nights)
- Brand-new Sandvik fleets on site - DL432i, DL422i - with more arriving soon
- Competitive benefits package including:
- Paid Parental Leave for primary carers
- Retail discounts (including homewares, outdoor gear, fuel and groceries)
- Novated leases
- Comprehensive wellbeing program
About the Role Join a team that gets the job done, operating the Sandvik longhole drills and meeting production targets.
At Macmahon, you'll work with robust leaders, experienced operators, and a team that takes pride in their work. It's a place where high standards matter and your effort is recognised.
Responsibilities
- Operate Sandvik DL422i and DL432i longhole drill rigs in a safe and efficient manner
- Utilise advance automation and rig control systems, including iSeries controls on the DL432i
- Conduct pre-start checks, routine inspections and basic maintenance of drilling equipment
- Maintain accurate drilling records and production data
- Collaborate with the underground team to optimise drilling performance and productivity
- Contribute to our people-first culture and live our Winning Values
- Help teammates, share knowledge and support a strong crew culture
What You'll Bring
- Minimum 2 years experience in underground drilling with a strong focus on up-hole drilling
- Solid understanding of longhole stoping methods and production drilling principles
- Proven ability to read and interpret mine plans, drill designs, layout and stope instructions
- Sound knowledge of ground support practices and safe stope entry procedures
- Strong awareness and application of underground mining safety standards and regulations
- Valid manual (C class) Australian drivers licence (essential)
- High Risk Work Licence - EWP, Forklift, Dogging (desirable)
- Cert III in Underground Metalliferous Mining (desirable)
Why Macmahon?
- Real teamwork with people who know their stuff and who genuinely look out for each other
- Support to learn and grow, across stable long-term projects
Keen to join a Winning Team? Apply now. United | Courage | Integrity | Pride
📌 Longhole Driller (Perth)
🏢 Macmahon
📍 Perth
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