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Bogger Operator

Date:  Jun 26, 2024
Location: 

Tanami, AU

Newmont  is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in Africa, Australia, Latin America & Caribbean, North America, and Papua New Guinea. Newmont  is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont  was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.

At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.

Newmont Australian Operations are located in Western Australia, the Northern Territory, and New South Wales with roles in operations, projects, and exploration.  Regional Support is provided from our offices in Subiaco and Melbourne. 

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry. 
 

The Role:

The Bogger Operator, under the Development Supervisor's direction, operates the bogger to transfer and load blasted materials onto trucks or stockpiles as per the designated plans and requirements. This process must be conducted safely and efficiently. The operator also collaborates with the mine controller to fulfill truck requirements and maintain accurate activity records.

Operators are to handle and service equipment following Newmont Plant's procedures, Operation & Maintenance protocols, and fault reporting systems. They must visually check materials, machinery, and the work area for any defects or damage, reporting any issues immediately to the supervisor and maintenance team. Appropriate signage and barricading (Warning/Hazard) must be utilized consistently.

Before beginning bogging operations, operators should water headings and dry materials, perform scaling operations according to site procedures and ensure proper ventilation is maintained. Keep roads and loading bays in operational areas to a high standard.

About You:

  • Experience in underground bogging
  • In-depth knowledge, skills, and experience in underground mining practices
  • Strong communication abilities
  • Proven commitment to maintaining a safe work environment
  • Holder of a valid Australian Driver's License
  • Established history of contributing to team outcomes

Working Conditions

The position operates on a FIFO roster of 7 days on, 7 nights on, followed by 14 days off. Authorized departure locations include Darwin, Alice Springs, Perth, and Brisbane.

Employee benefits include:

  • Comprehensive Health Insurance for employees and their dependents
  • Annual performance-based incentives
  • Salary Continuance (Income Protection)
  • Generous Parental Leave for both primary and secondary caregivers
  • A rewards program providing online benefits, such as shopping and travel discounts
  • An Employee Assistance Program available to employees and their immediate family

 

The deadline for applications is July 7, 2024.

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!


Our business success comes from the accomplishments and well-being of our employees and contractors. Our goal is to build a workplace culture that allows every person to thrive, participate, grow, and proudly play an active role in achieving our strategy.


Newmont is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to recruiting, hiring, placing and promoting the best individual for each position without regard to personal characteristics such as gender, race, nationality, ethnicity, social and indigenous origin, religion or belief, disability, age, sexual orientation, etc.

We invite women and applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply, particularly First Nations persons of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island descent. Newmont acknowledges First Nations People and respects their enduring connection to Country from which their culture, spirituality, and identity flow
 

More About Newmont

Note: Newmont does not ask individuals to pay money to apply or be considered for employment or to provide sensitive personal data without first submitting a job application through our secure, online portal. If you are asked to do either, do not respond and please report this immediately to it.sec@newmont.com.

 

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