Underground Paste Crew Member

About the role

Barminco, part of the Perenti Group, is looking for a Paste Crew member to support underground mining operations across Australia, with sites available throughout Western Australia. You will mix, pump and place paste backfill into underground stopes to provide ground support and enable safe, efficient mining.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct paste running activities
• Monitor paste fill devices, paste walls and paste valves
• Liaise with the paste plant operator
• Complete paste fill checklists and paperwork
• Ensure paste backfill is completed as planned
• Install, monitor and maintain paste barricades and bulkheads
• Inspect, maintain and clear paste lines and equipment to prevent blockages
• Work with mining and production teams to meet schedules
• Follow all safety, quality and environmental procedures

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Paste Crew Operator
• Extensive underground mining experience
• All valid and relevant qualifications, certificates and licences (RPLs)
• Ability to meet site access requirements, including medical, DAS, NPC and a valid manual driver's licence
• Proof of working rights in Australia

What we offer

• Competitive pay with superannuation on all hours worked
• Various rosters, including FIFO and DIDO options
• Career progression and significant training and development opportunities
• Employee discounts on health insurance and other products

Applications are made through the online apply button. Successful candidates must meet pre-employment requirements, including a medical assessment, drug and alcohol screening, a valid National Police Clearance and proof of working rights in Australia.