Current Opportunities

Roster:

Location:

Nova Nickel Operation | FIFO Ex-Perth or DIDO surrounding areas

Key Benefits:

15% bonus opportunity, fully paid private health insurance, generous retention package for LOM, short travel times, permanent rooms, 26 weeks parental leave, share options + more

Your Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Underground Mine Coordinator – Backfill to join our team at Nova. This role is pivotal in coordinating underground contractor resources, scheduling tasks for paste and service crews, and overseeing maintenance personnel, including electricians. You will also manage underground infrastructure projects and liaise with contractors as needed. Our Nova underground mine has 16 months of full production remaining before transitioning to closure. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a high-performing, motivated team as we responsibly and safely bring this world class mine to a close.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and is passionate about driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and stakeholder collaboration.

Key accountabilities include:

• Coordinate underground contractor resources and task scheduling.
• Supervise underground infrastructure projects and manage sub-contractors.
• Collaborate with Mine Control to maintain surface and underground infrastructure, including OT network technology.
• Compliance to Safety Management Systems and WHS requirements
• Maintain strong communication with site maintenance and processing teams to support preventative maintenance and resolve breakdowns.
• Drive continuous improvement in backfill operations to enhance throughput and schedule compliance.
• Maintain stakeholder relationships across Mining Technical Services, Processing, Maintenance, and underground contractors.
• Stay informed on industry innovations and technology related to mining infrastructure and materials management.
• Ensure underground activities align with environmental expectations and site best practices.

Your Experience

To succeed in this role, you will be a collaborative team player with strong communication skills and the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the business. You will also bring:

• An Underground Supervisor's Certificate (desirable).
• Proven experience managing teams in a similar underground environment
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Experience working with and managing contractors.
• Exposure to paste plant operations, citect systems, and remote automation.
• Familiarity with milling and processing operations.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office and Deswik mine design software (viewing).
• A valid ‘C’ class manual driver’s license.
• National Police Clearance obtained within the last two months.

Apply Today

Apply today with an up-to-date resume and covering letter to express your interest in this role. IGO reserves the right to withdraw adverts prior to scheduled closing dates.

As an employer that values candidate care, we commit to responding to every applicant.

About Us

IGO is an ASX 100 listed mining and exploration company focused on creating a better planet for future generations by discovering, developing and delivering products critical to clean energy.

As a purpose-led organisation with strong, embedded values and a culture of caring for our people and our stakeholders, we believe we are Making a Difference by safely, sustainably and ethically delivering the products our customers need to advance the global transition to decarbonisation.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

We are focused on fostering inclusivity and improving a diverse representation of people across the business, including gender, cultural identity, ethnicity, age, education, experience, physical and mental ability, thought and/or sexuality. We encourage applications from all members of these groups, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Our Culture

Our culture provides an environment where our people feel a strong sense of pride in the difference that they can make to future generations. We are bold, passionate, fearless and fun – a smarter, kinder, and more innovative team. When you join us, we will invest in your career and your development, to ensure you achieve your goals, now and into the future. Find out more about life at IGO by connecting directly with our people, who are available to answer any questions you may have: https://careers.igo.com.au/meet-our-people