Field Technician — Exploration Drilling Support

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

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.