UG Mine Technician Job in Newmont Mining, Australia

Job Description

At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

About Cadia

Our Cadia Valley Operation in New South Wales is situated about 25 kilometers from Orange and 250 kilometers west of Sydney. Cadia produces gold doré bars from a gravity circuit and gold-rich copper concentrates from a flotation circuit. The operation includes the Cadia East Mine which is globally renowned for its use of block caving, a large-scale underground mining method.

We acknowledge the Wiradjuri people, traditional custodians of the land surrounding Cadia, and proudly run an Indigenous Buddy Program to enrich the workplace experience our Indigenous employees. As a residential (drive-in / drive-out) mine, Cadia values community deeply, offering both financial and in-kind support to organizations across Blayney, Cabonne, and Orange townships. The Orange region is often referred to as the gateway to Country New South Wales with acclaimed wineries, fine dining, annual festivals and charming heritage villages making for an unparalleled work-life balance.

Who we’re looking for

Reporting to the Supervisor – Civil Services, this role is responsible for Installation of civil infrastructure which may include, building of ventilation walls, concreting, installation of secondary fans and building of small structures. The Civil Services Operator may also carry out additional tasks as required (e.g. mine services work, charge-up, bogging, service checks).

Key responsibilities

Key deliverables of this role include, but are not limited to:

• Promote and maintain a safety culture by compliance with company safety systems, policies, procedures and accountabilities. I.e. FCCCs, JSEA, Prestart inspections, hazcards and audits.
• Ensure all incidents, near miss and hazards are reported to Shift Supervisor.
• Undertake specific tasks as directed by the Underground Shift Supervisor.
• The ideal candidate will possess previous welding or carpentry experience and showcase the ability to initiate continuous collaboration with other departments on-site.

You will also possess the following

• Hands-on experience in Welding.
• Demonstrated experience in underground metalliferous mining.
• Proven track record in promoting and managing safety in the workplace
• Results orientated with a commitment to delivering safe planned outcomes

At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion, we believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together.