Cablebolt Operator - Cadia

This is your chance to join the versatile Redpath Cannington underground team in an exciting Development or Ground Support role. The South32 Cannington operation is 200km from Cloncurry in North-West Queensland. The Cannington Redpath team is over 90 personnel strong and benefits from the job security that comes from a long standing contractual relationship spanning more than 30 years! Redpath are industry leaders in underground ground support, with Cannington contributing to the 15,000m3 of shotcrete applied and the 35,000m of cablebolts installed by Redpath around Australia each month.

• Being responsible for the whole cable bolting process and ensure that enough raw materials and drill consumables are available on the job site at the start of shift
  
• Ensure machinery used is cleaned and serviced regularly and any mechanical issues or damage is reported immediately
  
• Accurately complete all required daily activity and safety reporting
  

• Experience in underground operations and operating a cablebolt
  
• Ability to read and understand cable bolt layouts
  
• Strong knowledge & understanding of ground support standards
  
• Current First Aid certificate or ability to get prior to commencement (essential)
  
• Valid manual drivers licence
  
• A positive work ethic and attitude in keeping with Redpath's motto, Consider it done — safely.
  

In return you can expect

• Family friendly lifestyle roster
  
• Career paths through internal promotions
  
• Competitive hourly rate with annual leave, sick leave
  
• Fortnightly pay
  
• PPE provided
  
• Salary Sacrifice for Superannuation and Novated car leasing
  
• Discounted health insurance with BUPA
  
• Business improvement and innovation rewards
  
• Reimbursement for prescription safety glasses (up to $200)
  
• Employee Assistance (4 sessions per annum), well-being assistance that’s free for all the family
  

In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.

Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.About Redpath

The Redpath Group is a leading mining contractor with projects across Australia and globally. We specialise in shaft sinking, mine development, contract mining, raiseboring, underground construction, engineering & technical services, and speciality services in the Metalliferous and Coal mining sectors.

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Redpath is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from suitably qualified candidates wanting to join a friendly, collaborative team in a fast paced business environment.

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