Blast Hole Driller

FIFO Perth | 2/1 or 2/2 Roster | Downhammer Rigs

FIFO Perth | 2/1 or 2/2 Roster | Down Hammer Drill Rigs 
An opportunity is available for experienced Blast Hole Drillers to join a well-established drilling contractor working on a major gold mining operation in Western Australia.
We're looking for experienced drillers who are confident operating downhammer drill rigs and can work safely and productively in an active open-pit mining environment.

What’s on offer

• Rates up to $70.00 per hour, depending on experience
• Choice of 2/1 or 2/2 FIFO roster
• FIFO from Perth
• Established WA gold mine
• Work with a well-known drilling contractor
• Ongoing mine-site drilling opportunities
• Support from Hays throughout your assignment

The roleYou'll be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of blast hole drilling equipment, including:

• Operating downhammer blast hole drill rigs
• Completing production blast hole drilling to required specifications
• Conducting pre-starts and operational checks
• Monitoring drilling performance and identifying basic operational issues
• Working closely with the drilling and production teams
• Maintaining high standards of safety, productivity and housekeeping

What you'll needTo be considered, you must have previous Down-the-Hole drilling experience, ideally operating one or more of the following:

• DML
• Sandvik D65
• Rock Commander
• Pit Viper
• Other comparable Down-the-Hole production drill rigs

You'll also need:

• Previous blast hole drilling experience in a mining environment
• Current HR Driver's Licence
• Current National Police Clearance
• Ability to complete a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screen
• Strong commitment to safe drilling practices
• Ability to FIFO from Perth and work either a 2/1 or 2/2 roster

Interested?If you're an experienced Blast Hole Driller looking for your next WA FIFO opportunity, this is a great chance to secure ongoing work with an established drilling contractor on a gold operation.
Apply now or contact Cassandra Wright for a confidential discussion:
📞 08 9254 4592

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