Service & Maintenance Crew Operator (Hard Rock Mining / Sponsorship) – Australia
Summary
Maintains and repairs underground mine services like ventilation, pumping, and electrical systems in remote Australian hard rock mines, often on FIFO rosters.
Reference Number: EOI0006
Job Description:
We are seeking experienced Service & Maintenance Crew Operators for potential international employment opportunities across Australia's underground hard rock mining sector. We are inviting Expressions of Interest from mining professionals with underground service crew experience who may be interested in future opportunities supporting production and development operations within large-scale underground mines.
This Expression of Interest is intended to establish a talent pool for upcoming vacancies with underground mining contractors and owner-operated mines. Successful candidates may be considered for employer-sponsored opportunities subject to project requirements, workforce planning, and immigration eligibility criteria.Candidates should have previous underground mining experience and be comfortable working in remote FIFO environments.
Responsibilities:
Install, maintain, and repair underground mine services and infrastructure
Install and maintain air, water, pumping, and ventilation systems
Support communications and electrical reticulation installations
Conduct inspections and preventative maintenance on underground services
Perform pre-start checks on vehicles, mobile plants, and equipment
Assist production, development, and charge-up crews as required
Maintain compliance with site safety standards and operating procedures
Requirements: Qualification and Skill
Minimum 3–5 years' underground hard rock mining experience
Previous Service Crew experience within an mining environment
Current Working at Heights certification
Valid driver's license
Experience installing and maintaining underground ventilation, pumping, and service infrastructure
Strong understanding of underground mining safety systems and procedures
Ability to work FIFO rosters in remote mining environments
Visa Documentation Required
Valid passport
Updated CV/resume
Employment reference letters
Mining competency certificates and licenses where relevant
English language test results (IELTS/PTE where required)
Police clearance certificates and medical examinations as required
Benefits and Contractual information:
Full-time employment opportunities within Australia's mining sector
Employer-sponsored visa pathways available for eligible candidates
FIFO roster options across multiple mining operations
Competitive remuneration and performance incentives
Ongoing training and career development opportunities within underground mining
Please visit www.mining-recruitment-jobs.com for more exciting opportunities.
Mbali-Entle Radebe
Position
CA Mining
CA Mining will respond to short-listed candidates only. If you have not had any response in two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful, however your CV will be kept on our database for any other suitable positions.