Mining Technician

Work across Longwall, Outbye and Development crews to support our production activities. 

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

We have an exciting opportunity for experienced Underground Mining Technicians to join the team at Ashton Coal Operation. 

Reporting to the Mining Supervisor, this role will be responsible for operating and maintaining underground equipment, in order to meet production targets in accordance with the standards in place at the mine.

The role will require you to;

  • Utilise underground experience and skillset to work across Longwall, Outbye and/or Development functions as required
  • Proactively contribute to the safety of the team by identifying risks and hazards
  • Supporting improvement initiatives and making suggestions on improvements
  • Encouraging and modelling good housekeeping and equipment care behaviours

Skills and Experience

The successful applicants will have and be able to demonstrate the following criteria;

  • Experience and qualifications operating underground machinery
  • Minimum 3 years' experience in the same or similar position
  • Strong experience working in an underground coal mining environment with a detailed knowledge of development, longwall and support services
  • Ability and willingness to work as part of a team in an underground mining environment
  • Excellent hazard identification skills and a willingness to participate

Benefits

  • We offer competitive remuneration packages for our roles
  • A vast range of retail discounts including major department stores, cinemas, restaurants
  • Subsidised corporate health insurance for you and your family
  • Financial assistance and study leave for relevant qualifications
  • 18 weeks paid parental leave with no waiting period
  • Multiple types of flexible work arrangements
  • Access to financial advice from a leading bank
  • Salary Continuance and Life Insurance Cover
  • Salary sacrifice options, Service recognition rewards, Employee Assistance Programs

How to apply
Yancoal is an equal opportunity employer and encourage those from diverse backgrounds to apply. If this is sounding like what you might be looking for in your next role apply today to start an exciting new journey with us.