The Chance

Join a well-known underground mining contractor at a large-scale hard rock operation in Central NSW. This is a long-term opportunity for experienced production driller looking for a lifestyle-friendly roster, strong earning potential and the chance to progress into a permanent position.

- Lifestyle-friendly 2:2 roster (7 days, 7 nights, 14 off)
- 12-hour shifts with accommodation and meals provided
- Long-term contract with an established underground mining contractor
- Casual hourly rates up to $90ph
- DIDO / FIFO options available with DIDO allowance or flights paid
- Start as a casual labour hire contractor with the intention of moving to a permanent position after 26 weeks / 12 swings (extremely likely but not guaranteed)

The Mine Site

Based in Central NSW, you'll be working at a large and established gold mining operation with both open pit and underground operations. The underground mine is relatively new and continues to ramp up production, providing plenty of long-term work and development opportunities.

- Long mine life with significant ongoing investment in the underground operation
- Modern underground operation with a strong focus on safety and development
- Large site with an experienced mining and contracting workforce
- Accommodation provided in a purpose-built mining camp
- Close-knit underground crews with a strong team culture

The Role

You will join a skilled underground production team responsible for drilling production stopes within a modern hard rock mining operation. As a Production Driller,



you will operate Sandvik longhole production drill rigs while working closely with engineering and production crews to safely achieve daily drilling targets. Your duties will include:

- Operating Sandvik production drill rigs to complete longhole production drilling in accordance with mine plans
- Setting up drill rigs, drilling production rings, and ensuring accuracy to design specifications
- Conducting pre-start inspections and reporting equipment defects or maintenance requirements
- Working to production targets and shift KPIs while maintaining high standards of safety and quality
- Collaborating with supervisors, engineers and underground crews to maximize drilling productivity
- Maintaining accurate drilling records and completing required shift documentation

Roster & Camp

The position offers a two-weeks-on, two-weeks-off lifestyle roster, with everything taken care of while you're on swing.

- 2:2 roster (7 days, 7 nights, 14 days off)
- 12-hour shifts - approximately 5:30am to 5:30pm / 5:30pm to 5:30am
- Private ensuite accommodation at a purpose-built camp in Central NSW
- Buffet-style breakfast and evening meals provided
- Daily shuttle bus between camp and site

Your Background





You will come from a background working as a longhole driller within the underground hardrock mining division. You will also have the following skills and experience:

- Unrestricted driver's license (ability to drive manual vehicles)
- Previous experience operating Sandvik production drills
- Highly reliable, punctual and trustworthy
- Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment
- Ability to obtain a current National Police Clearance & pass a pre-employment medical

What's On Offer

This is a great opportunity to join a reputable mining contractor with a strong pipeline of work and an established presence across the Australian underground mining industry.

- Attractive casual hourly rates + super
- Clear pathway from casual labour hire into a permanent position
- Long-term project with approximately four years remaining on the contractor's current site agreement
- Regular opportunities for training, development and progression
- Excellent roster, camp facilities and a close-knit underground crew

If you're an experienced underground production driller looking for a long-term opportunity on a great roster, apply today for a confidential discussion or call Matt Grainger on 04•• ••• 252.

In the past 5 years we have been extremely humbled to have placed over 14,000 people into meaningful employment. This equates to 21 lives enhanced every day!

Matt Grainger | ••••@marble.com.au | 02 •••• •200

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📌 Production Driller (Sydney)
🏢 Marble Team Mining
📍 Sydney