Underground Paste Crew

2 weeks ago


Townsville, Queensland, Australia MMG Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

We are MMG and we mine for progress.

At MMG, our vision is to create a leading international mining company for a low carbon future.

We mine for progress to create wealth for our people, host communities and shareholders with an ambition to grow and diversify our resource, production and value.

Dugald River mine in Northern Queensland is one of the world's top 10 Zinc mine operations, which has been producing zinc concentrate for customers around the world since 2017.

The mine is committed to a low-carbon future, with a Dugald River Solar Farm, supplying a third of the mine's power and reducing emissions by 33% and this is just the start of its renewable energy transition.

Dugald River employs around 750 employees and contractors on a mix of fly-in, fly-out and local residential basis.

Underground Paste Crew

We currently have a fantastic opportunity for experienced and ambitious Underground Paste Services person to join our team at Dugald River Mine.

Reporting to the Mining Supervisor, you will be responsible for the construction, operation and maintenance of underground mine infrastructure to ensure that production targets are achieved safely and efficiently.

This role will be based on an 8/7, 7/6 (days and nights) roster, drive in drive out (DIDO) from Cloncurry or Mount Isa or fly in fly out (FIFO) from Townsville or Brisbane.

Qualifications, Competencies & knowledge highly desired;

To be successful in this role, you will need to possess a safety focus, be a strong problem solver and have extensive processing experience.

  • Strong safety focus.
  • Proven experience in service work in a similar role within the underground mining environment.
  • A current first aid certificate and a valid driver's licence are essential.
  • Working at heights and dogging/rigging qualifications are desirable.

Some of your key responsibilities will include;

  • Installation of the mine paste fill reticulation system.
  • Inspection of the paste fill reticulation system integrity during paste fill placement.
  • Construction of ventilation bulkheads, ventilation controls and paste fill bulkheads.
  • Miscellaneous construction activities including forming and pouring concrete pads.
  • Installation of underground services including ventilation fans, ducting, stope stop logs and services.
  • Safe use of an airleg/stoper and operation of Integrated Tool (IT) carriers.

What we offer

  • A competitive salary package.
  • A generous relocation package and local allowances are available if you choose to relocate to the local communities of Cloncurry or Mt Isa.
  • Career Development opportunity working for a Global Organisation.
  • A culture of thinking Safety First.
  • Work with a highly skilled strategic leadership team.

On-site accommodation at Dugald River is provided in fully air-conditioned en-suite rooms and includes meal service and room cleaning. The village features, communal media facilities including 4G coverage, onsite Medical Centre, gym facilities with a women's only area, a tennis court, swimming pool, walking track and entertainment area.

MMG also provides the following generous benefits for employees living in the local community of Cloncurry & Mt. Isa

  • Gym/PCYC membership
  • Access to MMG Charter flights to Brisbane and Townsville for family/leisure purposes
  • Financial support for families where children attend boarding school
  • Retention payment for long term Cloncurry residents

As a company, MMG strives for the best in safety, environmental protection, production standards and overall operational excellence. We are an equal opportunity employer who values and respects diversity. We recognise the unique value your contribution makes to the progress of our company and the communities in which we operate. If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, please apply online before the application closing date.

MMG is committed to supporting our local communities of Cloncurry Shire and Mount Isa City Council Local Government Areas. MMG encourages local residents to apply for opportunities at Dugald River.



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