Company description:

NQM Gold 2 Pty Ltd is an Australian gold explorer, developer, and producer. Located southwest of Townsville, the Pajingo mine is around 50km from Charters Towers and currently employs around 250 people to run the underground mining, and ore processing operations. We are focused on safety, operational excellence, and teamwork. At Pajingo, we operate a high-performing site with a strong commitment to our values: We Care, Integrity, Commitment to Excellence, Leadership, and One Team.

Job description:

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Production Driller to join our Mining team at Pajingo. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient drilling and cleaning of long hole service and production holes to support underground mining operations

This is a hands-on position suited to someone who is safety-focused, reliable, and committed to achieving high production standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct underground production and service hole drilling
• Perform remote drilling operations
• Ensure safe work practices, particularly around open voids
• Complete assigned work and required documentation
• Maintain high housekeeping and site standards
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, engineers, and operations personnel
• Contribute to continuous improvement in safety and operational efficiency
• Comply with all environmental, safety, and company procedures

Skills & Qualifications

Essential:

• Proven ability in underground production drilling and service hole drilling
• Experience with remote drilling and integrated tool carriers
• Competencies including:
  • Mobile Equipment Isolation (AST2002)
  • Underground Light Vehicle Operation (AST10005)
• Strong commitment to safety and teamwork

Desirable:

• General drill and blast knowledge

Experience Required

• Minimum 5 years' mining experience
• Competency in manual and check scaling
• Ability to operate manual light vehicles underground
• Strong focus on delivering results and maintaining safety standards

About You

You are someone who:

• Communicates clearly and works well in a team
• Prioritises safety at all times
• Follows procedures and instructions effectively
• Adapts to changing conditions and challenges unsafe behaviours
• Builds positive working relationships across teams

Our Values

We are guided by core values that shape how we work:

• We Care - Safety and wellbeing come first
• Integrity - We act honestly and ethically
• Commitment to Excellence - We strive to continuously improve
• Leadership - We lead by example
• One Team - We succeed together

Why Join Us?

• Strong safety-focused culture
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to expand skills across multiple underground roles
• Balanced lifestyle roster

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Production Driller looking for your next opportunity, we encourage you to apply today!