Copper Resources Australia Pty Ltd (part of the Mt Cuthbert Group) is the operator of the Rocklands Project, located near Cloncurry, North West Queensland.
About the role
Reporting to the Mining Supervisor, the Mining Leading hand is responsible for Coordinating mining movements in line with schedules and drive Company values with a focus on maintaining our high standard of Safety. Monitor the performance of shift production targets and take appropriate action to maintain production requirements. Participate in and when required, direct daily pre-start meetings for the production team. Liaise with workshop personnel on equipment availability and servicing of the mining fleet. A solid understanding of basic drilling and blasting techniques, and dewatering practices along with an ability to read plans and understand correct ore mining techniques is required. The successful applicant must also step up to the mining supervisor role when called upon.
- Current open driver's licence
- Current S1, 2, 3 and RIIs for at least two or more types of relevant equipment:
- Cat 785 Rigid Trucks
- Hitachi 1200 Excavator
- Cat 10 Dozer and Grader
- Cat 773 Rigid Water Cart
- Ability to follow instructions and plan tasks
- 2+ years industry experience. Hard rock open cut mining desirable
- Production Excavator experience desirable
- Metalliferous mining experience desirable
- Effective communication skills
- Be able to successfully complete a pre-employment background checks and medical and meet the requirements of a safe seat rating of 120kg
We can offer you:
In return for the right candidate, Copper Resources Australia is offering a competitive salary, lifestyle roster, immediate start and a motivational and challenging role.
Please note that due to the nature of the position, only applications from Mt Isa or Cloncurry DIDO or FIFO Brisbane, Townsville or Cairns will be considered.
Next steps:
As part of our process, shortlisted applicants (only) will be sent a link to complete a video interview. The sooner you can get the interview completed, the better, as we’re moving quickly through the hiring process.
Our goal is for the different members on our hiring team to get to know you better.
Thank you for your interest in working for the Mt Cuthbert Group.
Previous applicants:
There are a number of positions being advertised, previous applicants need not reapply for this role.