Longhole Driller (East Coast)

Together. Works.

At Macmahon, you’ll find something different. We’re a successful mining and civil contractor that’s going places – and we want to take you with us. When you join Macmahon, you’re joining a quality team that’s built together, and built to last.

Macmahon has more than 30 years’ experience as a leading underground mining contractor.  With an ongoing commitment to continuous improvement, our underground mining team applies a strong safety culture to all aspects of operations.

In our underground mining crews, teamwork isn’t just talk – it’s how we operate. You’ll be part of a crew that gets in, gets the job done and backs each other every shift. Safe, steady and reliable is how we keep things moving.

Role Details

• Location: Mount Carlton Underground Mine, Queensland


• DIDO from Townsville, QLD 


• Fights: For approved candidates from Brisbane, QLD, Sydney, NSW


• Roster: 14/14 (days and nights)


• Sandvik fleet on site – DL432i, DL422i 


• Competitive benefits package including:
  
  
  
  • Paid Parental Leave for primary carers 
  
  
  • Retail discounts (including homewares, outdoor gear, fuel and groceries)
  
  
  • Novated leases
  
  
  • Comprehensive wellbeing program
  
  
  
  

About the Role

Join a team that gets the job done, operating the Sandvik longhole drills and meeting production targets.

At Macmahon, you’ll work with strong leaders, experienced operators, and a team that takes pride in their work. It’s a place where high standards matter and your effort is recognised.

Responsibilities

• Operate Sandvik DL422i and DL432i longhole drill rigs in a safe and efficient manner


• Utilise advance automation and rig control systems, including iSeries controls on the DL432i


• Conduct pre-start checks, routine inspections and basic maintenance of drilling equipment


• Maintain accurate drilling records and production data


• Collaborate with the underground team to optimise drilling performance and productivity


• Contribute to our people-first culture and live our Winning Values  


• Help teammates, share knowledge and support a strong crew culture  

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 2 years experience in underground drilling with a strong focus on up-hole drilling


• Solid understanding of longhole stoping methods and production drilling principles


• Proven ability to read and interpret mine plans, drill designs, layout and stope instructions


• Sound knowledge of ground support practices and safe stope entry procedures


• Strong awareness and application of underground mining safety standards and regulations


• Valid manual (C class) Australian drivers licence (essential)


• High Risk Work Licence – EWP, Forklift, Dogging (desirable)


• Cert III in Underground Metalliferous Mining (desirable)

Why Macmahon?

• Real teamwork with people who know their stuff and who genuinely look out for each other


• Support to learn and grow, across stable long-term projects

Keen to join a Winning Team? Apply now.

United | Courage | Integrity | Pride