Underground Diamond Driller

Entry-level Drillers Assistant roles:

Those who have been forwarded here by seek or indeed please take the time to read carefully through this role description. FIFO roles are primarily within the state you reside. As the advertisements on the external job boards say this is not only an entry level job for drilling but also for the mining industry. A good amount of  people in mining across the world get their start in the industry by ‘throwing rods’ or ‘running bags’ for a drill rig. It is a labor intensive role but it is a rewarding one not only physically but financially as well with a robust career path. When you apply you will receive a PDF explaining the entire process of drilling and where it fits into the greater mining process. As mentioned before many get their start in the industry, it is every bit an apprenticeship that you are in control of from the day you get off the plane.

You must have:

• A current ‘C’ or Open class license with the ability to operate a manual transmission. That’s because most mining and site-based vehicles are manual and more than likely to be a Landcruiser 4X4.

• The ability to undergo an intense Medical, physical and Drug and alcohol screening process.

• Obtain or possess a Police Clearance current to with the last 3 months of your application. The above two are important for site access to be granted.

• A Senior first aid certificate. This is a prerequisite for all mining operations Australia wide.

Things we like to have from you:

• Any trade certificates

• Any tickets for heavy machinery (especially an HR certification)

• Any previous underground or mining experience

• Any previous site based inductions such as Rio Tinto, BHP or coal board medicals.