Drill Fitter - Jaguar Mine

Aeris Resources

Posted on:  14th Sep 2022

We Are Aeris

Our name ‘Aeris’ comes from the Latin word for copper, which is where our story began.  We are an ASX listed diversified mining and exploration company with copper and gold operations in Australia.  Our expanding portfolio, development projects, and exploration prospects make Aeris an exciting, growing company.

Calling all Drill Fitters!

Make the switch to Jaguar today !!

The Role

This position will be responsible for leading the day-to-day maintenance & service schedule of the Underground Drills and assisting in the supervision of all mobile maintenance personnel and all activities related to the underground drill rigs.  

  • Deliver Pre-start / handover: discuss equipment issues and drill rig maintenance priorities
  • Test equipment, ensure safety compliance and report any faulty equipment, incidents and hazards
  • Supervise, train and coordinate apprentice activities during drill rig repairs & servicing
  • Maintain parts storage and re-order any necessary parts, ensuring workshop tools and equipment are in safe working order
  • Raise purchase orders and obtain quotations to plan services & repairs from start to finish
  • Take ownership for the underground drill rigs maintenance strategy and support the team to achieve common objectives

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate:

  • Relevant trade qualification (Engineering Tradesperson-Mechanical)
  • Underground Mining experience with extensive drill rig experience (preferably Sandvik)
  • Strong auto electrical knowledge and fault-finding skills
  • Current, unrestricted C Class Drivers Licence (or equivalent)
  • Working at heights, Air con and ozone awareness
  • National Police Clearance (6 months validity)

What we offer:

  • A diverse workplace where your unique abilities and talents will be recognised and encouraged
  • Opportunities and initiatives to ensure your continued growth
  • A permanent room for yourself with good food and mess facilities
  • Competitive salary packages. 
  • Superannuation contributions of 10.5% paid to your chosen superannuation fund
  • Short Term Incentive Program, reviewed quarterly
  • Novated leasing and salary sacrificing for superannuation and carpking at Perth airport
  • A permanent room for yourself with good food and mess facilities
  • Camp accommodation with fully equipped gym, courts, pool table, ping pong and pool for recreation
  • Foxtel and Wi-Fi in camp for use

Multiple Training Opportunities:

  • OEM Training
  • Working at Heights tickets
  • Air Conditioning tickets
  • Crane Tickets
  • Dogging & Rigging Tickets
  • Upgrading to Dual Trade
  • Forklift Tickets
  • Leadership Training
  • ERT Training

The Jaguar Operation Located 60km north of Leonora and 250km north of Kalgoorlie, comprises the Jaguar and Bentley copper-zinc-silver underground mines, a processing plant and an exploration team.

We are focused. We know where we are going, and we need you to help us get there.We are ambitious. Through production, exploration, and acquisition.We are one team.  We live our values and do what we say we are going to do.

We want you to be part of our success.

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