Expression of Interest
Underground Nippers
NES Fircroft is seeking underground Nippers for an initial three-month engagement at a major underground mining operation.
Temporary to Permanent opportunity
Duties will include:
Maintaining clean and safe drill headings and work area
Transporting tools, materials and supplies underground
Conducting pre-start inspections and basic equipment check
Supporting production and development activities as required
Following all site procedures and underground safety requirement
Off siding Jumbo Operators and other drill-rig operators
Assisting with the setup and relocation of underground drill rigs
Handling drill steels, hoses, cables and drilling consumables
Supplying ground-support materials and other equipment to drill crews
Role requirements
Previous underground hard-rock mining experience
Previous Nipper or drill-crew offsiding experience will be highly regarded
Current Australian driver's licence
Relevant underground competencies and ticketsStrong work ethic and commitment to safety
Ability to perform physically demanding work
Ability to work effectively with underground drill crews




Ability to complete a pre-employment medical and functional assessment
Australian working rights
What's on offer
$45–$50 per hour
, depending on experience and competency
Temporary to Permanent opportunity for successful candidates
Fantastic chance with Tier 1 mining company
With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide.
With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed.
We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.
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📌 Eoi - Service Crew / Nippers (New South Wales)
🏢 Nes Fircroft
📍 New South Wales