Drilling Operations · Operations Underground Diamond Driller Adelaide , Australia · Yesterday

Boart Longyear Ltd.; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Boart Longyear Ltd. is seeking experienced Underground Diamond Drillers for operations in South Australia and Western Australia.

The role involves leading drill crews, training Driller Assistants, conducting 12-hour shift drilling, and performing daily pre-start checks with a strong emphasis on safety. Qualified candidates will have underground drilling experience, LM/MDR rig familiarity, a current Driver's License, and the ability to obtain a National Police Clearance.

Qualifications

• Underground drilling experience is essential.
• Directional drilling experience preferred.
• Deep hole experience preferred.
• Experience working with an LM or MDR rig is essential.
• Current Driver's License.
• National Police Clearance or ability to obtain one.
• First Aid and CPR certificate desirable.
• Certificate III in Drilling desirable, but not essential.
• Physical ability to lift 30kgs repetitively.
• Pass a comprehensive pre-employment medical including drug/alcohol screen.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety; be a team player.
• Right to work in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Lead drill crews and train Driller Assistants.
• Conduct drilling operations on a 12-hour shift.
• Set up drill pads and coordinate rig moves.
• Daily pre-start equipment checks and general maintenance.
• Complete safety documentation and comply with safe work practices.
• Follow a 2/1 or 2/2 roster with rotating shifts.

Skills

Underground drilling

Directional drilling

Deep hole drilling

LM/MDR rig experience

Driver's license

Safety mindset

Education

Certificate III in Drilling

Tools

LM rig

MDR rig

Job description

Boart Longyear is the world's leading provider of drilling services, drilling equipment, and performance tooling for mining and drilling companies globally. The company's Global Drilling Services division operates in over 40 countries with a diverse mining customer base spanning a wide range of commodities, including copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and other metals and minerals.

We are currently seeking experienced Underground Diamond Drillers in South Australia and Western Australia. We are looking for candidates who are self-motivated with a strong commitment to Health & Safety.

About the Role

• 2/1 or 2/2 roster with rotating shifts
• Conducting drilling operations over a 12-hour shift
• Leading drill crews, including training of Driller Assistants
• Daily pre-start equipment checks
• General maintenance
• Setting up drill pads and coordinating rig moves
• Completion of safety documentation and compliance with safe work practices

The successful candidate must possess

• Previous underground Drilling experience essential
• Directional Drilling experience preferred
• Deep hole experience preferred
• Experience working with an LM or MDR rig is essential
• Current Drivers C License
• National Police Clearance, or ability to have one
• First Aid and CPR certificate (desirable)
• Certificate III in Drilling desirable, but not essential
• Physical ability to lift 30kgs repetitively in a labour-intensive role
• Ability to pass a comprehensive pre-employment medical, including a drug and alcohol screen
• Demonstrated personal commitment to safety
• Be a team player
• Right to work in Australia

In return, you will receive

• Competitive shift rates
• Production bonus
• Return flights provided from anywhere in Australia
• Permanent ongoing employment, working on stable long-term jobs
• Annual and personal leave entitlements
• The opportunity to work with a large fleet of well-maintained Boart Longyear LM and MDR drill rigs
• Working for one of the world's leading providers of drilling products and services
• Excellent ongoing training and developmental opportunities

At Boart Longyear, “Making Safety Personal” is a core value. Fostering a safety culture that emphasizes why we work safely is more than just a safety program – it’s the way we work every day. To make it safe, make it personal, and make it home – for ourselves, our families, and for each other. We are looking for someone who makes safety just as personal as we do.

An opportunity is available for an experienced Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) Advisor to join our dynamic team, based across our client sites on an 8 day on/ 6 day off roster. This is a FIFO field-based role that partners with operational leaders to manage EHS risk in the workplace, through implementation of our EHS management systems and programs. Building a successful relationship with our customers is crucial in delivering a strong EHS culture in the field.