Aurelia Metals Limited is an Australia owned and operated gold and base metals mining and exploration company. As an ASX listed Company located in New South Wales, we attract mining professionals with diverse experience who want to drive their career. With people our priority, we are a proud Work180 endorsed employer with inclusion, safety and our Values at the forefront of everything we do.

We operate two underground mines and a processing facility in New South Wales and have an enviable portfolio of organic growth prospects in the region.

With our Great Cobar underground project planned to commence development imminently, we have opportunities for experienced Nippers, who are driven and value growth and the desire to build a dynamic and uplifting high performance culture.

About the role:

We seek individuals with underground experience as Nippers to join our mining operations within the Cobar region.

If you’re motivated and excited by longer-term career options, this role may suit you.

Roster: 7/7 roster and a 12 hour day (rotating days & nights).

Location: Family friendly residential arrangements in Cobar.

Responsibilities may include:

• Assist the mining team and work closely with our underground operators to work efficiently and safely in support of meeting our production targets.
• Ensure the mining team have supplies and equipment in their work areas to ensure an efficient work process.
• Assisting underground Operators and Service Crew as required.
• Keep the work area clean, tidy and organised to support safe work practices.

About You:

You will be familiar with mine operations and willing to work underground, as well as have:

• Commitment to working safely, and living our Values to promote a positive, continuous improvement culture.
• Unencumbered Open C class drivers licence.
• Ability to manage resources effectively with strong organisation and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work a 7/7 roster rotation days and nights.
• Previous underground experience highly regarded.
• Dangerous Goods Card, Working at Heights and Confined Space are desired.
• Successful completion of pre-employment checks including medical, drug & alcohol testing, Australia police checks and qualification checks.
• Right to work in Australia.

Discover our benefits:

• Financial Benefits: Attractive salary package, bonus, share plan, salary sacrifice options, referral bonuses available.
• Culture & Values: Values-driven dynamic team culture, recognition and reward programs, Work180 endorsed employer.
• Parental and Family Support: 18 weeks paid parental leave irrespective of gender, return to work incentives.
• Health and Wellbeing: Mental health and counselling support, onsite physio access, local fitness memberships, discounted health insurance options.
• Work-Life Balance: Attractive family-friendly rosters, residential living options.
• Career Development: Formal and information development options, Values based dynamic culture.

The Community:

Cobar is a small town with big opportunities. The region has plenty to offer individuals and families, while proudly showcasing a long mining history. The town has availability in a choice of 2 primary schools and a secondary school.

Employees and their families can enjoy activities and sporting facilities for all ages such as bowls, golf, football, tennis, pool facilities, gyms and great parks for walking or running. There are also local festivals and community events scattering throughout the year. Beautiful parks, playgrounds and picnic facilities are also great weekend options, as are drives to nearby towns in the region.

If you love to eat out and socialise, there are plenty of cafes, restaurants and pubs with food that can rival even the big capital cities. With regular flights from the town’s airstrip, or via vehicle to Dubbo, Orange, or the major eastern capital cities, Cobar truly provides an accessible and unique experience for those with mining in their blood.

Ready to get started? Simply hit the apply now button!

We are a proud Work180 recognised employer. We actively promote a culture where everyone feels safe, included and respected. We welcome, encourage and value diversity of thought and experience from all backgrounds, as we continuously drive inclusion.