Driller - Blast

Aston Advantage; Central Highlands Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Advantage is seeking a Driller - Blast Hole for Emerald, QLD. You’ll work on blast hole drilling with well-maintained CAT, Sandvik and Reedrill rigs, supported by a capable operations team on major open-cut mining projects.

Experience with blast hole drilling is preferred but not essential; applicants from related drilling backgrounds are welcome. Mechanical aptitude and basic maintenance skills are valued assets.

Qualifications

• Previous blast hole drilling experience preferred but not essential.
• Candidates from exploration, water bore, top hammer, or DTH drilling backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
• Mechanical aptitude and minor maintenance skills are highly regarded.

Skills

Blast hole drilling

Mechanical aptitude

Maintenance basics

Tools

CAT drill rigs

Sandvik rigs

Reedrill rigs

Job description

Driller - Blast Hole | Emerald, QLD | Up to $75/hr

Opportunity: Join a growing drilling contractor operating a modern fleet across major open-cut mining projects, working on blast hole drilling with well-maintained CAT, Sandvik, and Reedrill rigs backed by a highly skilled operations team.

Experience: Previous blast hole drilling experience preferred but not essential; candidates from exploration, water bore, top hammer, or DTH drilling backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Mechanical aptitude and minor maintenance skills highly regarded.

Benefits: Earn up to $75/hr, ongoing work with established mining clients, strong training and development opportunities, and genuine career progression within a growing business.

Extras: With a fleet of 20+ drill rigs, they offer a culture that's big enough to provide career growth but small enough to genuinely care, with excellent equipment reliability and a strong reputation for safety and performance.