Role Purpose
To safely execute underground project and services work to support mine infrastructure and operational readiness, including ventilation, dewatering, services installation/repairs, clean-ups, and construction tasks as directed.
Key Responsibilities
Safety & Compliance
Work in accordance with site HSEC requirements, SOPs, SWMS/JHA processes, and permit systems
Complete Take 5/JHA and continuously reassess hazards (ground conditions, water, traffic, lifting, stored energy)
Maintain clear radio communications, follow underground traffic rules, and comply with exclusion zones
Participate in toolbox talks, safety interactions, hazard reporting, and incident investigations as required
Underground Projects & Services Work
Ventilation work (site dependent):
Install and maintain vent ducting/vent bags
Install/repair vent doors, curtains, stoppings (as required)
Maintain airflow controls and report ventilation issues promptly
Services installation and maintenance:
Assist with installation/repair of air and water lines (including poly pipe, fittings, valves)
Assist with cable management, bunding, and protection of services (within competency and authorisation)
Dewatering and water management:
Install/move pumps and lines, maintain sumps, manage water flow and clean-outs
Identify and report blockages, leaks, and poor drainage areas
Civil/construction support (site dependent):
Formwork/prep support, minor concrete works, grout/installation prep, barricading and signage
Housekeeping and rehab:
Maintain clean and safe travelways and work areas
Spillage management, scaling/clean-up support (within site rules and competency)
Assist with rehab tasks as directed
Tools, Equipment & Materials Handling
Use hand tools and small plant safely (within competency)
Assist with transport of materials underground and safe staging in designated areas
Conduct pre-start checks on any assigned equipment and report defects immediately
Communication & Reporting
Provide clear handovers between shifts (progress, hazards, incomplete works, issues)
Complete required documentation: pre-starts, take 5/JHAs, permits, maintenance requests, timesheets
4) Skills, Experience & Competencies
Essential
Underground mining experience (projects crew/service crew/utility preferred)
Strong understanding of underground hazards: mobile equipment interaction, ground conditions, water, ventilation
Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a crew under supervision
Physically fit for manual handling and underground conditions
Desirable (site dependent)
Vent installation experience (ducting, doors, stoppings)
Dewatering experience (pump installs, lines, sumps)
Services/reticulation experience (poly, valves, air/water)
Tickets such as: Forklift, EWP, Working at Heights, Confined Space, Dogging/Rigging, HR/HC (as required)
5) Qualifications / Checks (site dependent)
Current driver’s licence
National Police Clearance (if required)
Ability to pass medical and drug & alcohol screening
Site inductions and verification of competency (VOC) where applicable
Working Conditions
Underground environment: heat, dust, water, noise, low visibility, confined spaces
Day/night shift work and fatigue management requirements
Manual handling and physical work required
Performance Indicators
Consistent compliance with safety systems and permit requirements
Quality of project work completed to supervisor/site standards
Proactive hazard and defect reporting
Reliable attendance, strong teamwork, and professional conduct
Apply: Send your CV to careers@azroc.com.au
