Drill Operator

Techforce Personnel is partnering with leading mining and drill & blast operations to recruit experienced Blast Hole Drillers for multiple FIFO opportunities across Western Australia.

We're offering long-term positions across established hard-rock mining operations, with rates up to $75/hr, multiple roster options and genuine pathways into permanent employment.

Whether you're chasing a better roster, consistent work, a long-term project or the opportunity to secure a permanent position, we'd love to hear from you.

What's On Offer

• Rates up to $75/hr
• Bonus opportunities (once full-time)  across selected roles
• FIFO from Perth
• 2:1 & 2:2 rosters available
• 5-year project opportunities
• Genuine temp-to-perm pathways
• Immediate starts available
• Established WA hard-rock mining operations
• Well-supported drill & blast crews
• Weekly pay through Techforce Personnel

Your Responsibilities

• Production blast hole drilling across open-pit mining operations
• Operating drill rigs safely and efficiently to drill plans and production requirements
• Maintaining accurate hole depth, alignment and quality
• Monitoring penetration rates, ground conditions and drill performance
• Completing pre-start inspections and operational checks
• Identifying equipment faults and assisting with minor maintenance and breakdown requirements
• Completing required drill reports and safety documentation
• Working closely with Drill & Blast, production and maintenance crews
• Maintaining high standards of equipment care and housekeeping
• Consistently working within site safety procedures and critical controls

What We're Looking For

• Previous Blast Hole Drilling experience within open-pit mining
• Experience operating D65, T45, L7, DPI 1500 and/or Leopard DI650i highly regarded
• Experience on other production Drill & Blast rigs will also be considered
• Hard-rock mining experience preferred
• Current Australian Driver's Licence – HR highly regarded
• Current National Police Clearance or willingness to obtain
• Ability to pass a Pre-Employment Medical and Drug & Alcohol Screen
• Strong mechanical aptitude and equipment care
• Ability to work FIFO day/night shift rosters
• Strong commitment to safety and production

Not quite the right fit? We also recruit across RC & Grade Control Drilling, Drill & Blast, Shotfiring, Blast Crew and other surface mining roles throughout Western Australia. Apply today to discuss other opportunities available.

Apply now or contact the Techforce Surface Mining team for a confidential discussion about the opportunities available.