Specialist - Drills - Mining Projects

• Orange, NSW based role; DIDO candidates considered.
• Fixed Term Contract – 7/7 roster day & night shifts
• Immediate start

Exciting opportunity for a Specialist – Drills at one of the world's largest gold mining companies.

Discover what’s possible with us

Newcrest is one of the world's largest gold mining companies. As a global business, we aim to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported to bring their whole unique self to work.

It’s an exciting time to be a part of Newcrest’s growth journey as we expand our operations both locally and abroad. At Cadia you will play a part in the expansion of our Tier 1 operation developing Cadia into one of the largest, safest, most cost effective and technologically advanced block caving mines in the world. Currently we are undertaking stage three of Cadia’s mine life strategy by further developing our underground mine to include its 3^rd panel, as well as increasing our ore handling and processing capability.

As a company we are highly skilled at identifying and turning large-scale deposits into Tier 1 assets with one of the lowest all in sustaining costs in the mining industry. Our extensive experience in block caving, processing, utilising the latest technology and techniques positions us as a world leader in our field.

Who we’re looking for

Specialist – Drills to provide a key interface between maintenance and operations including reviewing damages, modifications and trials. 

Responsibilities will include:

• Providing operational support for all underground drill rigs operated in the Mining Projects Department
• Co-ordinating, directing and collaborating with drill operators to achieve project targets
• Assisting in updating and maintaining procedures and processes

To be successful in this role, you will have relevant experience, operating or maintaining underground drill rigs (development & production) in the mining industry. You will have a passion and drive to ensure high safety standards, be team oriented, as demonstrated by your excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Our commitment to you

Our people bring our organisation to life. With us, you’ll find experience all around you. Our leaders are visible and approachable, leading and supporting the organisation through transformation. We bring out the best in each other, inspiring performance and a belief in making an impact.

Look around and you’ll discover opportunities to explore different pathways. Supported by development programs and guided by our leaders, you’ll learn and grow in your time with us.

Keeping our people safe and healthy is our most important asset. Our commitment to safety, health and wellbeing is supported by systems and standards that embed our safety culture.

It’s an exciting time to be a part of Newcrest.