Driller Operator

WORKPAC · Mackay QLD 4740 · Casual/Holiday
Posted 1d ago

Driller Operator

WORKPAC
Mackay QLD 4740

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Casual/Holiday

~$154k(Estimated)
$77.73 p/hour
KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Operate Pit Vipers (PV-275) and DK90 drillers in the Drill and Blast department.
  • Conduct pre-start checks and basic machine care while adhering to safety standards.
  • Contribute to production targets within a team environment.

Job details

Key Selling Points

  • $77.73 per hour pay rate
  • 7/7 DS & NS roster with BIBO from Mackay & Rockhampton
  • Modern on-site camp with great facilities

About Our Client

Our leading global mining client is proud to be a leading Australian producer of premium quality hard coking coal for export steel markets within Central Queensland's Bowen Basin, with additional joint ventures in steel making coal, copper and magnanese across North West Queensland and Western Australia. With steelmaking coal being an essential ingredient in blast-furnace steel manufacture, producing steel used for critical building and infrastructure around the world, this is an fantastic opportunity to join a leading growing  client with a focus on sustainability, innovation and progression within the workforce and supporting local communities.

What You Will Be Doing

  • The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating Pit Vipers (PV-275) and DK90 drillers in the Drill and Blast department at Lake Lindsay mine.
  • Conducting pre-start checks and basic machine care
  • Working safely in accordance with site procedures and standards
  • Contributing to production targets within a team environment

What You Will Need

  • Signed Training Transcripts / LMS with proven experience operating Pit Viper Drill Rigs (PV-275) and DK90 Series Drill Rigs
  • Standard 11 or willing to obtain
  • Coal Board Medical
  • Current Drivers License
  • Ability to provide a clear Drug and Alcohol test

Whats in it for you?

  • $77.73 per hour + monthly bonus
  • 7/7 roster, rotating Day & Night shift, BIBO from Mackay & Rockhampton
  • On-site camp with good facilities, including meals and amenities
  • Great opportunity to work with a global mining operator through WorkPac

Apply Now

Click on the apply button or for more information contact:

Abbey Thompson
07 4969 4724
Abbey.Thompson@WorkPac.com
Job Order Reference Number: 7396J202664170

About WorkPac

WorkPac is one of the largest workforce solutions businesses in Australia, backed by over 25 years of proven success. We offer tailored, end-to-end solutions in recruitment, skills and career development across diverse sectors, including Mining, Construction, Industrial, Engineering, Healthcare, Social Care and more.

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Skills

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Dk90 series drill rigsExcellent communication skillsLockout/tagoutMachine carePit viper drill rigsPre-start checksProblem solvingTeamwork

Perks & benefits

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Monthly bonusOn-site camp with meals and amenities

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