Front-line mining talent for the roles that keep operations moving
Blue-collar mining recruitment across production, drill and blast, maintenance, fixed plant, processing, site support and front-line leadership.
Production & Mobile Plant Operators
We recruit experienced operators for surface and underground mining environments, with a focus on people who understand production pressure, equipment care, safety standards and active site conditions.
Roles Include
- Dump Truck Operators
- Underground Truck Operators
- Excavator Operators
- Shovel Operators
- Loader Operators
- Dozer Operators
- Grader Operators
- Water Cart Operators
- Service Truck Operators
- Ancillary Operators
- All Round Operators
- Production Operators
- Crusher Operators
- ROM Loader Operators
- Mobile Plant Operators
Drill & Blast
Drill and blast requires precision, compliance and safety discipline. HWS Recruitment recruits personnel for production drilling, blast support, grade control, explosives handling and site-based drill programs.
Screening Focus
We assess candidates against mine type, ground conditions, drill exposure, licence requirements, explosives experience and ability to follow site procedures.
Roles Include
- Blast Hole Drillers
- Production Drillers
- Grade Control Drillers
- Shotfirers
- Blast Crew
- MPU Operators
- Drill Fitters
- Drill Supervisors
- Drill & Blast Supervisors
Maintenance & Trades
Mining equipment does not generate value when it is parked up. HWS Recruitment recruits the trades and maintenance personnel who keep mobile fleets, fixed plant, workshops and project works running.
Screening Focus
We screen for the work performed, equipment exposure, tooling, site environment, tickets, availability and ability to contribute safely from day one.
Roles Include
- Heavy Duty Fitters
- Diesel Fitters
- Mechanical Fitters
- Fixed Plant Fitters
- Drill Fitters
- Auto Electricians
- Boilermakers
- Welders
- Fabricators
- Electricians
- Instrumentation Technicians
- Belt Splicers
- Tyre Fitters
- Lubrication Technicians
- Servicepersons
- Trade Assistants
- HDPE Polywelders
- Pipefitters
Front-Line Leadership
Strong front-line leadership keeps crews safe, productive and accountable. HWS Recruitment recruits supervisors, leading hands and site leaders who understand people, production, safety, compliance and operational pressure.
Roles Include
- Production Supervisors
- Maintenance Supervisors
- Drill & Blast Supervisors
- Shutdown Supervisors
- Civil Supervisors
- Leading Hands
- Crew Trainers
- Mobile Plant Trainers
- Maintenance Planners
- Site Coordinators
Processing, Fixed Plant & Site Support
Mining operations rely on more than the pit. Processing, fixed plant and site support roles are critical to output, compliance, reporting, logistics and operational continuity.
Roles Include
- Process Operators
- Fixed Plant Operators
- Crusher Operators
- ROM Operators
- Sample Preparers
- Laboratory Assistants
- Metallurgical Technicians
- Dewatering Technicians
- Utilities Workers
- Storepersons
- Site Administrators
- Mobilisation Coordinators
- HSE Advisors
- Training Coordinators
Typical Mining Exposure Includes
Screening for site fit, not just keyword matches.
Mining recruitment is not just about matching a job title to a resume.
It is about identifying people who can get to site, pass compliance, work the roster, operate safely, fit the crew, understand the environment and contribute to production.
HWS Recruitment approaches every search with practical screening, role-specific questioning and a clear understanding of what the job actually requires.
We support mining employers with disciplined, founder-led search across surface mining, underground mining, project ramp-ups, refurbishments, shutdowns and international mining operations.