Operator, Ancillary, Underground

Workplace Type: Onsite 

Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.

Tanami is one of Australia's most remote and significant underground gold mines, located deep in the Tanami Desert of the Northern Territory. Operating on a fly-in, fly-out roster, Tanami offers the opportunity to work at a world-class operation supported by modern infrastructure and a highly skilled workforce.

The remote location fosters a strong sense of teamwork, resilience and camaraderie, with safety and mutual respect at the centre of everything we do. We are proud of our longstanding partnership with the Warlpiri people and our commitment to creating positive outcomes for the communities where we operate. Working at Tanami means tackling unique challenges, developing valuable skills and being part of a team committed to responsible mining, continuous improvement and shaping the future of the operation.

Your Impact

We are seeking expression of interests from experience underground development all-rounders. Reporting to the Development Supervisor, you’ll play a key role in delivering safe and efficient underground development activities at Newmont Tanami. As an experienced allrounder, you’ll contribute across drilling, ground support and bogging, ensuring development headings are completed to plan while upholding Newmont’s strong safety culture. 

Responsibilities shall encompass a variety of underground development tasks. These include, operating the Jumbo, providing development ground support and rehabilitation activities and conducting face drilling, operating a cable bolter, and carrying out bogging duties and assisting with charge up as required within the underground mine.

As part of our team, you will

• Possess extensive experience in underground operations and be skilled in all facets of.

• Jumbo Drill

• Cable Bolter

• Bogging operations (including Charge Up duties when required)

• Accurately drill blast holes and install ground support, including cable bolting, to design

• Operate underground boggers to bog development headings, load trucks and conduct roadworks

• Conduct pre-start inspections of equipment and work areas each shift

• Maintain accurate records and communicate progress and metrics to Mine Control

• Inspect ground conditions and support prior to commencing work

• Ensure development is completed to design with minimal overbreak

• Participate in training, development and safety programs as directed

• Maintain high standards of housekeeping and safe work practices

Prerequisites for your success in this role

• Proven underground mining experience (Essential)
• Proven competency operating Jumbos, Cable Bolters, Boggers and Charge-Up equipment
• Strong knowledge of drilling, charging and ground support techniques
• Sound understanding of varying ground conditions and development requirements
• Ability to follow plans, procedures and supervisor instructions
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team
• Commitment to safety, hazard identification and continuous improvement
• A current C class manual drivers' licence.
• Mask fit ready
• Nationally accredited Working at heights and Confined space (Desirable). 
• A Senior First Aid (Desirable)

Your Work Environment

Working an 2weeks onsite (1 week of days 1 week of nights) 2 weeks offsite, FIFO roster and reside in our fully equipped accommodation village.

On offer is an industry competitive remuneration package including annual performance incentives, FIFO allowance, Health & Wellbeing Allowance and other employee benefits and development opportunities offered by a global organisation. 

Join us and make a difference in creating a safer work environment for everyone. Apply now and be part of our dedicated team committed to health and safety excellence!

Approved departure locations for the point of hire are Darwin, Alice Springs, Perth, and Brisbane.

Why Join Newmont

At Newmont, safety is our foundation, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. You’ll be part of a high-performing underground team supporting a long-life operation with a strong future.

We offer:

• Competitive FIFO remuneration
• Structured rosters supporting work–life balance
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• A strong safety culture with clear systems and support
• The opportunity to contribute to one of Australia’s most significant underground gold operations.

Join us and help deliver safe, reliable paste fill systems that support Tanami’s future production.

We invite women and applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply, particularly First Nations persons of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent. Newmont acknowledges First Nations People and respects their enduring connection to Country from which their culture, spirituality, and identity flow.

At Newmont, our people are our strength and we’re committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you’re passionate about doing work that matters, join Newmont and help shape the future of mining.  

Learn more about our purpose and values: About Newmont  
Hear from our people: Life at Newmont  

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