PYBAR Mining Services

PYBAR Mining Services PYBAR, a Thiess Company, is an Australia-based provider with core competencies in metalliferous underground hard rock mining.

PYBAR Mining Services is a leader in underground contract mining services delivering on projects from large established mining operations to greenfield developments. Founded in 1993, our success is based on safe, rapid underground infrastructure development and consistent reliable production, delivering on projects from large established mining operations to greenfield developments. Strategically

headquartered in Orange, Central New South Wales, PYBAR has established infrastructure and operations Australia-wide. PYBAR’s underground mining services include:
• Mine development
• Production mining
• Cablebolting and production drilling
• Raise boring and associated services
• Shotcreting and shaft lining
• Plant and equipment hire

PYBAR has grown to one of the largest underground hard rock mining contractors in Australia by focusing on productivity and the needs of our clients. We have a strong solutions-based culture backed by long-standing operational teams, hands-on and experienced senior management and industry-leading systems in both safety and performance reporting.

Congratulations to Steve “Woodsy” Wood on 10 years’ service with PYBAR!This isn’t Steve’s first rodeo with PYBAR, having...
21/08/2026

Congratulations to Steve “Woodsy” Wood on 10 years’ service with PYBAR!

This isn’t Steve’s first rodeo with PYBAR, having returned to us following a couple of previous stints, starting back in 2006 at the Parkes workshop.

Currently Maintenance Foreman at PYBAR’s Sunday Creek project in Victoria, Steve has gained his vast skills and experience on many PYBAR projects over the years, including Northparkes, CSA, Tritton, Mineral Hill, Cadia, Peak, Woodlawn, our Raise Bore Division and the Orange head office workshop.

Cool and contemplative, Steve is a quiet achiever who doesn’t say much; so, when he speaks, people listen! What follows is often wise, comedic or a “setting-straight” if required. The quality of Steve’s workmanship certainly speaks for itself, and he was recognised as PYBAR’s Runner up Employee of the year for 2024.

Outside of work, Steve is a dedicated family man and keen sports fan, spending weekends following his kids’ representative sporting events or cheering on his beloved Dragons in the NRL.

Congratulations on 10 years’ service with PYBAR, Woodsy! We’re proud to have you on our team.

Congratulations to our employees of the month for July; monthly winners in the PYBAR Core Awards on the projects below. ...
20/08/2026

Congratulations to our employees of the month for July; monthly winners in the PYBAR Core Awards on the projects below. They help us set the standard in underground mining!

RAISE BORE & SHAFTLINING DIVISION: Brock Fuller

SUNDAY CREEK: John Tesalona

HILLGROVE: Dennis Hunter

ELOISE: Reeyde Brown

ROSEBERY: Tye Hall

CORPORATE: Charlie Iffland

Introducing the employees nominated by their colleagues on the projects below for a July Core Award! They make us proud ...
14/08/2026

Introducing the employees nominated by their colleagues on the projects below for a July Core Award! They make us proud to be part of Team PYBAR!

RAISE BORE & SHAFTLINING DIVISION: Brock Fuller

SUNDAY CREEK: John Tesalona

HILLGROVE: Jake Neill, Caleb Rogers, Dan Rooks, Michael Dismorr, Dennis Hunter, Ben Eaton

ELOISE: Sean Hennessy, Skye Noble, Reeyde Brown, Dane Nikora

ROSEBERY: Tye Hall, Michael Dick, Benny Beadle

CORPORATE: Chantelle Hainsworth, Chanel Earsman, Laura Sharp, Charlie Iffland, Kane Divall

We’ll be announcing our monthly Core Awards winners soon!

After a fantastic few days, the 2026 Diggers and Dealers Mining Forum has officially come to a close.A big thank you to ...
07/08/2026

After a fantastic few days, the 2026 Diggers and Dealers Mining Forum has officially come to a close.

A big thank you to everyone who stopped by to have a chat with us and our Thiess Group colleagues this week.

Diggers is always a great opportunity to connect with people from across the mining industry, have genuine conversations and hear what's happening across the sector. We really appreciate everyone who took the time to visit our stand and learn more about what we do.

See you at Diggers & Dealers Mining Forum in Kalgoorlie, 3>5 August!The PYBAR team will be on hand, keen to chat about o...
30/07/2026

See you at Diggers & Dealers Mining Forum in Kalgoorlie, 3>5 August!

The PYBAR team will be on hand, keen to chat about our range of high quality, specialised underground mining services.

We’ll be at booth 21 with our Thiess Group colleagues from Thiess Mining, MACA and Interquip, bringing together expertise across open-pit, underground mining and engineering services.

If you’re attending, we’d love to see you there!

We’re proud to announce our employees of the month for June; our monthly winners in the PYBAR Core Awards on the project...
22/07/2026

We’re proud to announce our employees of the month for June; our monthly winners in the PYBAR Core Awards on the projects below. Judging is based on our core values - SAFETY, SERVICE, RESPECT + RESULTS – the foundations of everything we do.

SUNDAY CREEK: Zac Oostenbrink

RAISE BORE & SHAFTLINING: Calumn Maclean

HILLGROVE: Damien Williamson

ELOISE: Dan O’Driscoll

ROSEBERY: Luke Butler & Dan Morrison (joint winners)

CORPORATE: Paul Murphy

A trusted and capable leader and all-round decent human being, Bill Walls has been a highly valued member of PYBAR’s pro...
17/07/2026

A trusted and capable leader and all-round decent human being, Bill Walls has been a highly valued member of PYBAR’s project management team for the past 15 years.

Currently based at PYBAR’s Rosebery mine project in Tasmania, Bill has gained experience across many of PYBAR’s project sites over the years, starting as foreman at Mount Isa Mines before going on to project manager roles at PYBAR’s Mount Isa Copper Operations, King Vol and Black Rock projects in Queensland and Dargues in New South Wales.

Bill is very well regarded across our industry and is often sought after by our clients who know their project is in reliable hands with Bill. He is always willing to share his knowledge and has played a major role in the professional development of many of our engineers, mine foreman, shift bosses and operators.

Congratulations on 15 wonderful years with PYBAR, Bill! We are so proud to have you on our team.

We’re heading to Diggers & Dealers Mining Forum! Visit us at booth 21 and meet the PYBAR team, always keen to talk about...
16/07/2026

We’re heading to Diggers & Dealers Mining Forum!

Visit us at booth 21 and meet the PYBAR team, always keen to talk about our comprehensive range of high quality, specialised underground mining services and how we can add value to projects of any size.

This year, we’ll be joined by our Thiess Group colleagues from Thiess Mining, MACA and Interquip, showcasing the strength of our combined capabilities and the integrated surface and underground mining and engineering solutions that that support our clients through the mining lifecycle.

Held in Kalgoorlie every August, Diggers & Dealers is Australia’s premier mining forum and a highlight in our industry’s calendar. We’re looking forward to connecting with clients, partners and industry peers, and learning about emerging innovations and opportunities across the industry.

Thanks to the PYBAR team members on the projects below, nominated by their colleagues for PYBAR Core Awards for their ou...
14/07/2026

Thanks to the PYBAR team members on the projects below, nominated by their colleagues for PYBAR Core Awards for their outstanding performance throughout June!

SUNDAY CREEK: Zac Oostenbrink

RAISE BORE & SHAFTLINING: Calumn Maclean

HILLGROVE: Luke Pennell, Damien Williamson, Jake Neill, James Lane, Ben Eaton, Darren Anderton, Murray Tomlinson

ELOISE: Dan O’Driscoll

ROSEBERY: Liam Moriarty, Blake Wordsworth, Kyle Rogers, Luke Butler, Dan Morrison

CORPORATE: Charlie Iffland, Chantelle Hainsworth, Paul Murphy

Keep an eye out for our monthly winners’ announcement soon!

Proudly announcing the monthly winners in the PYBAR Core Awards, our May Employees of the Month for the projects below!R...
23/06/2026

Proudly announcing the monthly winners in the PYBAR Core Awards, our May Employees of the Month for the projects below!

RAISE BORE & SHAFTLINING: Mag Samuria

HILLGROVE: Rhys Walton

CORPORATE: Sarah Sharam

ELOISE: Greg Hitchings

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