Field Supervisor

NES Fircroft; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft is seeking a Field Technician to join an exploration team on a mining project in Far North Queensland. This hands-on, field-based role supports geologists and drilling crews across RC and diamond programs, in remote environments.

The ideal candidate has field experience, a valid Australian driver's license, and strong data entry and Excel skills. You will log samples, assist with logging and sampling, and help maintain camp facilities and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Field experience in exploration or mining preferred.
• 6–12 months' field experience advantageous.
• Valid Australian driver's licence.
• Good numerical and written skills with attention to detail.
• Comfortable working in remote field environments.
• Proficient with Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide field support to geologists across RC and diamond drilling programs.
• Assist with logging, sampling and processing of drill samples.
• Collect, photograph, cut and store diamond drill core.
• Mark out drill holes and access tracks.
• Assist with drill-site rehabilitation.
• Enter data and sampling records accurately.
• Support drilling crews with consumables and site needs.
• Maintain vehicles, equipment and camp facilities.
• Follow site safety, environmental and operational procedures.

Skills

Field experience

Driver's licence

Numerical skills

Written skills

Remote field work

Teamwork

Excel

Tools

Excel

Job description

We are currently seeking a Field Technician to join an exploration team on a mining project in Far North Queensland.

This is a hands‑on field-based role supporting geologists and drilling teams across RC and diamond drilling programs. The role would suit someone with previous field assistant, exploration or mining experience who is comfortable working remotely and as part of a small team.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide field support to geologists across RC and diamond drilling programs
• Assist with logging, sampling and processing of drill samples
• Collect, photograph, cut and correctly store diamond drill core
• Mark out and pick up drill holes, access tracks and other field locations
• Assist with drill-site and access-track rehabilitation
• Complete accurate data entry and sampling records
• Support drilling crews with consumables and general site requirements
• Carry out basic maintenance of vehicles, pumps, plant and camp facilities
• Maintain vehicles, equipment and camp areas to a high standard
• Follow all site safety, environmental and operational procedures

About you:

• Previous experience as a Field Assistant, Field Technician or similar is preferred
• 6–12 months' relevant field experience would be advantageous
• Valid Australian driver's licence
• Good numerical and written skills with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable working in remote field environments
• Good computer skills, including Excel
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong safety awareness and a practical, hands‑on approach

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.