General Hand/Yardperson
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on Aug 31, 2026.
The Company
Swick Mining Services, who is part of the global Perenti Group, is Australia’s largest Underground Diamond Drilling Contractor with the most innovative and reliable rigs in the industry operating Australia-wide as well as internationally.
We are seeking an experienced general hand/yard person to assist our Guildford Site Coordinator with the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the South Guildford yard, light vehicles, drill rigs, build workshops and other facilities.
The Role
Duties are (but not limited to) the following:
Daily pre-starts of yard support equipment (forklifts light vehicles etc)
Yard maintenance, including sweeping/weeding and general clean up duties
Emptying bins and ensuring waste management plans are adhered to
Weed management and some garden care
Assisting mechanical and electrical tradespersons when required
Assist the Site Coordinator in daily yard management duties and maintenance planning.
Operation of forklifts to organise yard layout and ensure cleanliness
Consistently maintain housekeeping at a high standard
Dressing parts and components prior to completion of jobs
Operating the wash bay as required
Ensure all machines are kept clean and tidy at all times
Washing and painting of floors as required
Delivery and collection of parts, components and materials (Perth metro only)
Assist in the mobilisation of drilling equipment to and from remote sites
Operating hand tooling as required
The Candidate
The successful candidate will be required to meet the following criteria:
3-5 years previous experience in a similar role (yardperson, trades assistant etc.)
Current manual C Class (manual) Driver’s License or higher
Forklift licence
Ability to pass a pre-employment medical including drug & alcohol screening
Ability to work with minimal supervision and within a team environment
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Attention to detail and time management
Desirable:
Trade certificate
The Benefits
Across our entire business, our people come first. The culture within the Swick team is paramount. We support our employees with competitive remuneration, work/life balance, career pathways and employee benefits such as paid parental leave and rewards program.
How to Apply
If you would like to submit your interest, and you meet the requirements of this role, click apply now!