At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with sampling activities and inspections at the Sanjiv Ridge mine site.
- Company: Join Hancock Iron Ore, a leading iron ore producer in Australia.
- Benefits: Enjoy FIFO roster, bonuses, and private health cover for you and your family.
- Other info: Modern mine village with upgraded facilities and a vibrant community atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while working in a diverse and supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in mining production and a WA C class manual driver's license required.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
8/6 days only roster | FIFO from Perth to the Sanjiv Ridge Mine
7 Month Fixed Term Contract
Performance, Retention and Profit Share Bonuses
Private health cover contribution for employees and immediate family
Our Vision: As a leading iron ore producer, Hancock Iron Ore is helping secure the resources, jobs and prosperity that underpin the nation's future. Guided by our vision to be the best mining company for Australia, we measure success not only by what we produce, but by the difference we make. We value creating opportunities, helping build regional and remote areas, and supporting Australian businesses by unlocking potential wherever it exists. Being 'For Australia' means delivering lasting benefits for today and for generations to come.
About the role: The Mine Geology team is currently seeking a Pit Technician to join them on an 8/6 days only FIFO roster based at the Sanjiv Ridge mine site for a 7 month Fixed Term Contract. Reporting to the Supervisor Technician Geology, you will be responsible for assisting our technical services and mine operations teams with a range of sampling activities and inspections, including all associated data entry and validation. You will ensure the safe transportation of samples from sites to the laboratory and will be responsible for maintaining regular stock checks and replenishment so that the required equipment is readily available to complete tasks. There will also be requirement to assist other technical services and operation teams, including Environmental, Hydrogeology, Engineering, Surveying and Operations, making for a diverse role with plenty of upskilling potential.
Key Duties:
- Blast hole, plant, water, moisture and density, and ROM sampling
- Daily pit face checks, ROM, stockyard, and waste dump inspections
- Producing crushing instructions to support Integrated Weekly Plans
- Monitoring vegetation and fauna
- Bore monitoring
- Blast monitoring and data tracking
- Basic survey set out and pick-ups
- Compiling and entering data into systems for reporting
Skills and Experience:
- Experience in a similar role within a mining production environment
- WA C class manual driver's license or national equivalent
- Ability to work a flexible roster to provide coverage across the 3 operations
- Experience in completing Take 5's/JHA's, Hazard reporting and safety conversations
About Hancock Iron Ore: Hancock Iron Ore has a portfolio of world-class iron ore operations located in West Australia's Pilbara region, with a strong history of delivering reliable products for our customers in key international markets. We have four operating mines: Roy Hill, Miralga Creek, Sanjiv Ridge, and McPhee Creek, plus a range of exciting development opportunities. We deliver more than 70 million tonnes of ore each year through our own two-berth port facility at Stanley Point and the multi-user Utah Point in Port Hedland, providing the materials needed to foster global economic growth and development. Leveraging established infrastructure, including our processing plant and 344km independently owned and operated heavy haul railway, our operation oversees each moment from when ore is mined through to when it is shipped.
Life at our Mines: Our Mine Village is a modern, comfortable home away from home, with recent extensive upgrades to accommodation, dining, fitness, recreation, and wellbeing facilities. Residents can enjoy renovated rooms with contemporary amenities, high-quality dining with healthy, vegan, and gluten-free options, upgraded gym and pool facilities, social and recreation spaces, SWIFT in-room entertainment, a 24/7 retail offering, and an active calendar of community, lifestyle, learning, and family-friendly activities.
Hancock Iron Ore is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Indigenous Australians, Veteran personnel and females to apply. We are a fair, diverse and welcoming workplace. We are proud of our relationships with our Traditional Owners and value the difference these partnerships make to the success of the project and to the lives of the people on whose land we operate.
Application Information: To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work permanently in Australia. This advertisement will close no later than the Posting End Date specified. We may close the advertisement early should suitable candidate/s be identified, so encourage prompt applications. Recruitment Agency submissions will not be considered. Please note that recruitment agencies are not invited to submit candidates for this position.
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