Looking for a role that offers independence, variety, and the chance to work in the field? Borex is recruiting experienced Line Borers to join our growing team.
Perks:
- EARN UP TO $232,000 (Depending on experience and roster)
- FULLY EQUIPPED TRUCKS AND TRAILERS
- PAID FLIGHTS - FIFO FROM ANY STATE IN AUSTRALIA FOR RIGHT EXPERIENCE (UP TO $800)
- VARIOUS ROSTERS TO MATCH YOUR LIFESTYLE - 8/6, 2/1
- PRIVATE HEALTHCARE DISCOUNTS
- NOVATED LEASING OPTIONS AVAILABLE
- ENDLESS OPPORTUNITIES AND CAREER PROGRESSION
What your day would look like:
- Overhauling & maintaining various types of large open cut & underground mining equipment, including Caterpillar & Komatsu haul trucks, track dozers, graders, front end loaders and excavator
- Onsite line boring operations and surface milling procedures on all makes and models of open cut mining & underground equipment;
- Possess the ability to provide 'bore surveys and condition reports to 'bores and bushing';
- Supply all portable milling operations both workshop and onsite;
- Workshop based machining operations on a wide variety of earth moving components to tight tolerances (such as +/- .0005" in most cases) I.D bore welding and bore reclamation;
- Use of liquid nitrogen to assemble and fit various components;
- Read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and service manuals;
- Maintain accurate records of work performed, including measurements,
material usage, and time taken;
- Inspect and assess damaged components and recommend suitable repair methods;
- Work collaboratively with fitters, welders, engineers, and supervisors to plan and prioritise repairs
What we’ll need from you:
- Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in line boring and bore welding, ideally within the mining, construction, or heavy transport industries.
- Trade-qualified in Mechanical Fitting, Boiler making, or equivalent (Certificate III or higher).
- Strong machining skills with demonstrated ability in setting up and operating line boring equipment.
- Proficient in MIG, TIG, and stick welding processes.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering and technical drawings.
- Experience using precision measuring tools (e.g., micrometers, verniers, dial indicators).
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.
- Valid driver’s licence; ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screen.
Successful candidate's will be required to complete a pre-employment medical (including drug & alcohol screening) and provide a current National Police Check.
We’re actively shortlisting - don’t sit miss out on this outstanding opportunity.
Click Apply now or send your resume to: Lina Kingi -
[email protected]
📌 Line Borer - Field Service (Newman)
🏢 Borex
📍 Newman