Jumbo Operator

Discover a Brighter Future
At South32, we're meeting the challenge of enabling a sustainable future through our focus on responsibly producing commodities critical for a low-carbon world.
As a collaborative, caring and inclusive company, there's no better place to make a genuine difference. Together we're making a positive, global impact that has the potential to change lives.
Whatever career path you choose, we'll support you every step of the way to learn, grow and succeed. So join us, step towards a brighter future and leave your legacy.
Cannington
Our Cannington operation is one of the world's largest producers of silver and lead. Located in northwest Queensland, Cannington boasts an underground mine and processing facility situated approximately 800 kilometres west of Townsville and a concentrate handling facility at the Port of Townsville. Cannington mine provides on-site accommodation including meal services, as well as sporting and gym facilities.
What South32 Offers:

• 26 weeks full-paid, or 52 weeks half-paid parental leave for primary carers
• Annual short-term incentive bonus that recognizes both your individual performance and the overall success of the business
• Discounted rates on travel, healthcare, and technology products
• The opportunity to become a shareholder of South32 through our share plans

About the role
This role is a Permanent position on a 7:7 roster, 12.5hrs Dayshift / Nightshift, FIFO from Cairns, Townsville, Brisbane or DIDO Mt Isa.
We are currently seeking applications from motivated individuals with experience as a Jumbo Operator.
Other key role responsibilities include, but aren't limited to:

• Mining to design, on grade, on line and on time
• Adhering to all job directives and procedures including ensuring the correct signage and barricades are used at all times
• Operating equipment to minimise damage, reporting damage and washing down the jumbo
• The completion of shift reports and the communication of accurate information to cross shift
• following safety practices and procedures

About You:

• Proven experience operating SANDVIK Rigs
• Minimum 5+ years on a jumbo
• Must have the right to work in Australia
• Underground experience is essential
• Comply with health, safety, environment and risk standards, procedures, and routines
• A commitment to a positive safety culture

South32 is committed to building and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we operate. We provide a recruitment process that is fair, equitable and accessible for all and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
The job advert will close on 20 February 2024