Underground Mining Jobs – NSW | FIFO/DIDO | Shift Supervisors, & Operators
Company
HMR Drilling | Mining | Raiseboring
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
27 days ago
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Job Description
About HMRHMR is a national contractor providing underground and surface DRILLING, MINING and RAISEBORING services to clients across Australia.The RoleWe are seeking underground mining personnel keen to secure their next opportunityIf you’re hardworking, motivated, and ready for long days of physically demanding work and take pride in doing the job right, we want to hear from youAvailable RolesShift supervisor - must have NSW practising certificateProduction DrillerCharge up Operators - Must have current SC and BEULRemote Bogger OperatorService CrewAgi DriversTruck DriversNippersGrader Operators Key DetailsRosters: 7:7 - 14:7 - 14:14Competitive pay ratesDIDO (NSW) + Km reimbursementFIFO from major citiesAccommodation & messing providedRequirements / QualificationsPrevious Underground experienceAustralian Citizenship or Permanent ResidencyAbility to meet pre-employment medical, drug & alcohol screeningPolice clearance (within 6 months)First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)Manual Driver’s LicenceWhy Join HMR?Permanent full-time rolesCompetitive pay plus bonusesOn-the-job training and career development opportunitiesWork with new Epiroc Smart 6 mobile drill rigs & UDR surface rigsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) supportBe valued as more than just a numberAt HMR, our values guide everything we do, ensuring a safe and rewarding work environment.SAFETY: Zero harm, zero compromise. SERVICE: We respond quickly and deliver on our promises.RESPECT: We care for our people and communities and act with honesty.RESULTS: We exceed expectations and set industry standardsReady to Join?Apply now and become part of HMR—where safety, respect, and opportunity come first.
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