Underground Diamond Driller
- Operate mobile underground diamond drilling rigs to OEM and company standards.
- Ensure compliance with HSE regulations and conduct safety inspections.
- Train and mentor junior drillers in safety and rig operations.
Company: DDH1 Drilling Pty Ltd
Location: QLD & Various East Coast Operations - FIFO
Roster: 2:1, 2:2
Take your drilling career further with Australia’s leading Diamond Drilling company.
If you've got experience in Underground Diamond Drilling and you’re confident behind the panel of a mobile underground machine, we want to hear from you.
This is a FIFO role working with high-performance crews across multiple sites throughout Australia’s East Coast.
What we’re looking for:
- Experience operating mobile Underground Diamond rigs
- Valid manual drivers licence - HR licence is desired
- Current First Aid Certificate (HLTAID011)
- Flexible in working BOTH rosters 2.1 (2 weeks on, 1 week off) & 2.2 (2 weeks on, 2 weeks off)
- National Police Clearance
- Cert III in Drilling Operations (completed or in progress) – preferred
- Strong safety awareness and leadership skills
Your responsibilities will include:
- Operating drill rig to Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and DDH1 standards within a highly regulated operational safety system.
- Ensuring that ‘Duty of Care’ is exercised in all aspects of your own work activities as well as all personnel under your control.
- Ensuring all personnel comply with current HSE Regulations and site regulation.
- Carry out comprehensive inspections and routine maintenance on all equipment on site
- Oversee the correct sampling procedures and ensure core is marked to requirements
- Train and mentor offsiders and Trainee Drillers in safety and rig operations to build skilled, capable drillers
- Executing client drilling programs with attention to accuracy and safety
- Maintaining professional conduct and teamwork on site
Why choose DDH1?
DDH1 Drilling, who is part of the global Perenti Group, is a leading provider of drilling services to the Australian mineral exploration and mining industry. For over 18 years, our reputation has been built on a track record of high performance, quality drilling and our skilled team who make it possible.
We offer:
- Drilling metre bonuses, retention bonuses, Superannuation on all hours
- Staff recognition and events
- Retail discounts via our employee benefits platform
- Gear and equipment our drillers require to get the job done right!
Find out where the drilling industry could take you, apply today.
DDH1 is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes persons of all genders and cultural backgrounds to apply
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