This is a residential role - live and work in the stunning region of Otago, New Zealand. Are you tired of FIFO? Missing family, friends and milestone celebrations regularly? Imagine having a true work-life balance living in the stunning region of Otago. Operating as a residential mine, these Macraes opportunities will be drive in, drive out from nearby Dunedin or Oamaru (or smaller towns closer to site), each with stunning landscapes, adventures and beaches to explore! For the more adventurous, Queenstown is just a 3-hour drive, offering endless amounts of exciting activities (skiing, hiking, water sports, fishing and more) to enjoy on your days off. Our Macraes Underground Operations team are on the hunt for a Jumbo Operator. If you have the skills and experience required, apply today!Key tasks and responsibilities:Safely and efficiently operate Jumbo development drills in order to mine headings and install ground support as per mine standardsEnsuring all headings are mined to size, online and gradient. Ensure all ground support is installed to minimum standard or above as required.Undertake all tasks safely or stop the job.Ability to accurately markup faces to Mine plans and Memos and follow those plans.As senior team members you will promote a positive team culture, lead by example and mentor trainee operators.
