Leading Hand Underground Diamond Driller

Mitchell Services LTD; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO 7/7 roster

Even-time roster options

Job summary

Mitchell Services is seeking an experienced Leading Hand Underground Diamond Driller to join our Underground Operations. You will stay hands-on in drilling while stepping into leadership responsibilities and supporting site Supervisors with daily coordination of crews.

The role offers an established underground project with real opportunities to progress toward supervisory positions, while maintaining active drilling work and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Underground Diamond Driller.
• Experience operating LM90, LM110, MDR700 or similar rigs.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor or support a drilling crew.
• Current Australian Open Car Licence.
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR and National Police Check.

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently operate underground diamond drill rigs.
• Lead and mentor the drilling crew and coordinate day-to-day operations.
• Support Site Supervisors with planning and execution of drilling programs.
• Maintain high safety and production standards on site.
• Communicate drilling plans and priorities to crews.

Skills

Underground Drilling

Team Leadership

Safety Compliance

First Aid/CPR readiness

Education

Certificate III in Drilling Operations

Certificate 4 in Drilling Operations

Tools

LM90

LM110

MDR700

Job description

Leading Hand Underground Diamond Driller

Leading Hand Underground Diamond Driller

Ready to take the next step beyond Senior Driller?

Mitchell Services (MSV) is looking for an experienced Leading Hand Underground Diamond Driller to join our growing operations at our Underground Operations.

This is a unique opportunity for an experienced senior driller who is ready to take onadditional leadership and responsibility without stepping away from the tools.

Working as part of our established underground drilling projects, you’ll remain an active Driller while supporting our site Supervisors with the day-to-day coordination and leadership of drilling crews.

This is the ideal role for someone who is ready to step up from Senior Driller and develop their leadership skills with a pathway toward future supervisory opportunities.

Why This Role?

• Established underground drilling project with a strong operational team
• Leading Hand role with hands-on drilling – you'll continue to operate as a Driller
• Work closely with and support our experienced Site Supervisors
• Even time roster options available of 7/7 – FIFO from an agreed point of hire or DIDO locally
• Competitive salary + meter bonus from 0 metres
• Full-time employment with long-term project opportunities
• Modern underground drill rigs and strong maintenance support
• Genuine opportunity to develop your leadership and supervisory skills

About the Role

As a Leading Hand, you will be a key link between the drilling crews and site Supervisors.

You’ll continue to drill and perform the core duties of an Underground Senior Diamond Driller, while taking on additional responsibility for supporting crew performance, communication and day-to-day operations.

You’ll be expected to lead by example, maintain high safety and production standards and assist Supervisors in ensuring the success of the project ensuring safe and efficient operations.

What You'll Be Doing

• Safely and efficiently operate underground diamond drill rigs
• Execute hole plans accurately and consistently
• Maximise productivity while minimising equipment damage, tooling loss and downtime
• Support Site Supervisors with the day-to-day coordination of drilling crews
• Provide guidance and mentoring to Drillers and Offsiders
• Help communicate drilling plans, priorities and operational requirements to crews
• Monitor crew performance, safety and production standards

What You'll Bring

• Proven experience as an Underground Diamond Driller
• Experience operating LM90, LM110, MDR700 or similar rigs
• Demonstrated ability to lead, mentor or support a drilling crew
• Certificate III in Drilling Operations or a Certificate 4 in Drilling Operations
• Current Australian Open Car Licence
• Ability to obtain First Aid/CPR and National Police Check

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for an experienced Driller who is ready to step up.

If you're the person your crew naturally looks to for guidance, you're confident making decisions in the field, communicate well with Supervisors and take pride in getting the job done safely and efficiently, this could be your next career move.

This is your opportunity to bridge the gap between Senior Driller and Supervisor — without giving up the drilling work you enjoy.

With 93rigs nationally, more than 50 years of industry experience and a strong safety culture, Mitchell Services offers the stability of a national drilling contractor while providing genuine opportunities to develop your career.

You’ll be joining an established team with strong operational support and the opportunity to grow into future leadership positions.

Ready to step up?

Mitchell Services Limited (ASX code: MSV) has a proud history dating back to 1969 and a strong record of delivering safe, efficient and proactive drilling services to the global exploration, mining and energy industries.

We are committed to the highest levels of service and safety, with a blue chip client base ranging from major mining and energy houses to governments and private explorers.

From our first project near Nebo, North Queensland, Mitchell’s operations have grown around the world, encompassing Africa, the Americas and the Asia-Pacific.

At Mitchell, we know that our people are our success. Our primary focus is supporting staff in the field so that we can deliver safe and high quality services to clients.

Source: this is an extract from the company's own website.