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Core Shed Technician
- Salary$28 per hour
- LocationOtago
- Job type Temporary
- Discipline Mining & Resources
- Reference315761
Core Shed Technician
Looking for a hands-on role in the mining industry with a roster that gives you plenty of time off? Tradestaff is looking for a motivated Core Shed Technician to join a busy operation at Macraes. This is a physical, detail-focused role suited to someone who enjoys practical work, can confidently work with numbers and is comfortable working independently.
Location: Macraes Flat, East Otago
Start date: 7 September
Pay rate: $28 per hour
What you'll be doing
Why Tradestaff
We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.
Job Ad Summary:
Process, measure and cut drill core in a hands-on mine role with an 8-on, 6-off day-shift roster.
Looking for a hands-on role in the mining industry with a roster that gives you plenty of time off? Tradestaff is looking for a motivated Core Shed Technician to join a busy operation at Macraes. This is a physical, detail-focused role suited to someone who enjoys practical work, can confidently work with numbers and is comfortable working independently.
Location: Macraes Flat, East Otago
Start date: 7 September
Pay rate: $28 per hour
What you'll be doing
- Handling and lifting core trays and boxes weighing up to 20–30 kg throughout the shift
- Processing high volumes of drill core, with hundreds of core boxes moving through the shed
- Measuring and marking drill core accurately to precise specifications
- Cutting core samples using a diamond rock-saw with care and attention to detail
- Recording, labelling and maintaining accurate sample data and documentation
- Keeping the core shed and work areas clean, organised and safe
- Assisting geologists and other team members as required
- A current Class 1 driver's licence
- Good physical fitness and the ability to safely manage repetitive manual handling and heavy lifting
- Confidence working with numbers, measurements and detailed information
- Good computer competency, including experience with Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office suite
- A self-motivated and reliable approach, with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to health, safety and environmental procedures
- Previous mining, exploration or core shed experience would be an advantage
- An attractive 8 days on, 6 days off roster
- Day shifts only
- Transport to and from the mine provided
Why Tradestaff
We’re a trusted recruitment partner with over 3 decades of experience in matching skilled tradies with great opportunities. We’re also proud members of the Recruitment & Consulting Services Association (RCSA) of Australia and New Zealand, which means we’re committed to high standards and ethical practices.
Job Ad Summary:
Process, measure and cut drill core in a hands-on mine role with an 8-on, 6-off day-shift roster.