About Barminco
Barminco, part of the Perenti Group, is a global leader in high-speed development and underground hard rock mining services. With more than 35 years of experience and a team of 7,000 people across Australia, North America and Africa, we deliver safe, innovative and efficient solutions for our clients every day.
When you join Barminco, you’ll work with cutting-edge equipment, proven systems and a team that values safety, respect and growth. We offer exciting career pathways, global opportunities and the chance to make an impact in a world-class mining environment.
About our Role
Join the Barminco team as a Shotcrete Operator and support our underground mining operations across Australia, with opportunities available at sites throughout Western Australia. In this role, you’ll play a key part in applying and spraying shotcrete to underground headings and excavations to provide immediate ground support in line with mine plans and safety standards.
What will your day to day look like?
- Operate shotcrete spraying equipment to apply ground support in underground headings.
- Prepare work areas, including hydroscaling and fibrecrete as required.
- Monitor shotcrete thickness, quality, and coverage to meet design specifications.
- Conduct pre-start checks and basic maintenance on shotcrete plant and equipment.
- Work closely with jumbo, charge-up, and service crews to maintain safe work sequences.
Our ideal candidate background includes
- Previous experience working as a Shotcrete Operator working in underground mining.
- Demonstrated ability to operate shotcrete spraying equipment (manual or robotic).
- Knowledge of underground safety procedures permits and exclusions zones.
- We welcome personnel from a tunnelling background from non-mining industries!
- Ability to meet all site access requirements (including, but not limited to, Medical, DAS, NPC & valid Manual Driver's Licence).
What can we offer you?
- Competitive pay with superannuation on all hours worked.
- Various rosters available, including 7/7, 14/14.
- FIFO and DIDO options across a range of locations.
- Opportunities for career progression with a global organisation (ever considered working overseas?)
- Significant training and career development opportunities
- Employee discounts across health, tech, travel, entertainment, retail and more.
- Work in a collaborative, culture-driven team.
Recruitment Process
We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives and experiences drive success. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply if you’re passionate about contributing to our team.
Successful candidates will need to meet our pre-employment requirements, including medical assessment, drug and alcohol screening, and a valid National Police Clearance. Proof of working rights in Australia is also required.
How to Apply
Find out more about Barminco on our website www.barminco.com.au.
