Diamond Drill Assistant | Entry-Level & Exp Positions

HMR Drilling Services; Western Australia; Remote; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation and meals provided

FIFO from Perth or DIDO Kalgoorlie

Permanent full-time roles

Job summary

HMR is hiring Diamond Drill Offsiders with entry-level and experienced positions in Perth, WA. Roles include surface and underground drilling, with full-time employment and on-the-job training.

Expect long days, physical work, and opportunities to progress within a growing national mining contractor. We offer 2 weeks on/1 week off roster, FIFO from Perth or DIDO from Kalgoorlie, and accommodation and meals.

Qualifications

• Australian citizenship or permanent residency
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical, drug & alcohol screening
• Police clearance within 6 months
• First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Manual Drivers Licence essential (underground) / HR Licence (surface)
• Physical fitness and willingness to learn

Responsibilities

• Assist Drillers with safe operation of diamond drill rigs
• Perform manual handling tasks in outdoor or underground environments
• Conduct pre-start inspections and maintain equipment
• Support core retrieval, processing and site housekeeping
• Follow safety procedures and contribute to a positive team culture

Skills

Manual driver7s licence

First aid certificate

Police clearance

Medical/fitness clearance

Willingness to obtain HR licence

Job description

Diamond Drill Offsider | Entry-Level & Exp Positions | Surface & Underground

HMR is a leading national mining contractor delivering drilling, mining, and raiseboring services across Australia. Established in 2008, we have built a strong reputation for safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.

With offices in Kalgoorlie, WA and Orange, NSW, HMR is experiencing significant growth, creating exciting opportunities to join a company committed to investing in its people and expanding its national presence.

The Role
We are hiring Surface and Underground Driller Offsiders based in Perth. Offering entry-level and experienced positions.

Expect long days, heavy manual labour, dust, noise and challenging conditions. While the role is physically demanding, it offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career in the drilling industry.

We offer full time positions with on-the-job training, annual performance reviews and internal career progression with competitive rates across the board.

What you'll get

• 2 weeks on 1 week off roster
• FIFO from Perth or DIDO in Kalgoorlie
• Surface and Underground positions
• Accommodation and meals provided
• A genuine pathway into a long-term mining career

What you'll be doing?

• Assisting Drillers with the safe operation of diamond drill rigs
• Completing manual handling tasks in challenging outdoor or underground environments
• Conducting pre-start inspections and maintaining equipment
• Supporting core retrieval, processing, and site housekeeping
• Following safety procedures and contributing to a positive team culture

What we need from you:

• Australian citizenship or permanent residency
• Ability to pass pre-employment medical, drug & alcohol screening
• Police clearance within 6 months
• First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
• Manual Driver's Licence essential (underground) / willing to obtain or have a current HR Licence (surface)
• Physical fitness and willingness to learn

Great if you have

• Experience with drill rigs, mining and FIFO work
• Trades, labouring, construction, farming or other hands-on work experience
• HR Licence

Why Join HMR?

• Permanent full-time roles
• On-the-job training and career development opportunities
• Work with new Epiroc Smart 6 mobile drill rigs & LF160 hands free surface drill rigs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support
• Be valued as more than just a number

At HMR, our values guide everything we do, ensuring a safe and rewarding work environment.

SERVICE: We respond quickly and deliver on our promises.

RESPECT: We care for our people and communities and act with honesty.

RESULTS: We exceed expectations and set industry standards

Ready to Get Started?
If you're fit, reliable and ready to learn, this could be your first step into a long-term mining career.

Diamond Drill Offsider | Entry-Level & Exp Positions | Surface & Underground