Victory Minerals Pty Ltd is a successful gold explorer and producer in Victoria's gold belt. The company has entered an exciting new era, under new ownership and exploring untapped new opportunities. 

The primary focus is our residential high-grade underground gold mine located in Ballarat, which started producing gold in September 2011, and produces 40,000 to 50,000 ounces of gold per year. 

The Ballarat Gold Mine is located within the beautiful regional town of Ballarat (located just 100km west of Melbourne), which is experiencing unprecedented growth and development. 

The Opportunity:

We have multiple opportunities available for Underground Truck Drivers at our residential Ballarat Mine Site.

Reporting to the Underground Shift Supervisor, your key responsibilities will be the safe and productive operation of underground trucks, supporting underground mining operations, and completing all required safety and operations documentation and records.

About You:

To be successful in this role you will meet the following criteria:

Mandatory:

• Australian Driver's License

• High standard of safe behaviour, with a strong team focus & work ethic

• Ability to comply with and follow all instructions and directives pertaining to safety and safe work procedures   

• Ability to work underground

• Ability to work with minimal direct supervision, in a small team environment.

• Ability to complete multiple tasks, in a dynamic production environment

• Effective communication, listening and interpersonal skills 

• Commitment to a respectful and cooperative work environment, in line with all company policies, procedures and expectations

Desirable:

• Previous experience driving heavy vehicles (mining is highly desirable, construction, earth-moving, or semi-rigid)

• MR/HR license

• Previous Underground experience is highly desirable

• Previous experience with JSA's, Stepback's, Take 5's etc

Hours & Roster:

• 30 hours per week minimum

• Day shift only- 7am start

• Casual rate on offer is inclusive of all benefits including casual loading & public holidays

Benefits:

• Residential mine, located centrally in booming Ballarat - live close to home, no more FIFO

• Uniforms supplied and fully laundered on site

• Flexible and supportive team 

We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. We are proud to reflect the diversity of communities in which we live and work, and we are an Equal Opportunity employer. We encourage applications from women and Indigenous people.  

If you would like to be considered for this opportunity, please submit your resume by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Shortlisting will commence immediately and interviews scheduled thereafter. 

Please note that as part of the process, you will be subject to a pre-employment medical and police check in order to be considered successful for this role. Only applicants with valid working rights will be considered. 

Due to the volume of applications anticipated, only successful candidates will be contacted. Agencies are respectfully declined.