Long Hole Driller

Perilya; Broken Hill; Presencial; AUD 90 000 - 130 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Ongoing training and career dev

Strong safety culture

Secure employment

Resumo da oferta

Perilya Limited is seeking an experienced Long Hole Driller to join our underground mining team at the Broken Hill operation. You will operate long hole drilling equipment to meet daily production targets while upholding Perilya’s safety and quality standards.

Collaborate with supervisors and geotechnical teams to optimise outcomes. This role requires proven underground drilling experience, ability to read drill designs, and a proactive safety mindset.

Qualificações

• Experience as a Long Hole Driller in underground mining.
• Ability to read drill designs and mine plans.
• Strong safety awareness and ground control knowledge.

Responsabilidades

• Operate long hole drill rigs in an underground environment.
• Drill production and slot holes to plan and specification.
• Perform pre-start inspections and routine servicing of equipment.
• Identify and report ground conditions, hazards and equipment issues.
• Maintain accurate production and safety documentation.
• Contribute to workplace safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Conhecimentos

Long Hole Driller

Underground drilling

Safety systems

Team mindset

Ferramentas

Long hole drill rigs

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Perilya Limited is a well-established Australian mining company with a proud history and a strong international footprint. Our operations include the iconic Broken Hill Operation in New South Wales - one of the world’s great base metals mines with over 130 years of continuous production, and Cormidom in the Dominican Republic, the country’s first underground mining operation, which continues to deliver high-quality zinc, lead, copper, and silver.

Together, these assets form the foundation of a business with scale, resilience, and long-term growth opportunities.

Perilya is recognised for its commitment to operational excellence, safety leadership, and environmental responsibility. We invest in our people and communities, fostering diversity and creating genuine career pathways across both corporate and operational sites. Our collaborative culture values integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement, making Perilya a workplace where talented people can thrive and contribute to a sustainable future in mining.

The Role

We are currently seeking an experienced Long Hole Driller to join our underground mining team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work at a well-established operation with a strong safety culture, modern equipment, and a focus on long-term sustainability.

You will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of long hole drilling equipment to achieve daily production targets while maintaining Perilya’s high standards for safety and quality.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating long hole drill rigs in an underground environment
• Accurately drilling production and slot holes to plan and specification
• Pre-start inspections and routine servicing of drilling equipment
• Identifying and reporting ground conditions, hazards, and equipment issues
• Working collaboratively with supervisors, charge-up crews, and geotechnical teams
• Maintaining accurate production and safety documentation
• Actively contributing to workplace safety and continuous improvement initiatives

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience as a Long Hole Driller in an underground mining operation
• Competency operating modern long hole drill rigs
• Strong awareness of underground safety systems and ground control
• Ability to read and work from drill designs and mine plans
• Good communication skills and a strong team mindset
• A proactive approach to safety and hazard identification

What We Offer

• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• A supportive team culture with a strong focus on safety
• Secure employment at a well-established mining operation

At Perilya Limited, we value diversity and inclusion, strongly encouraging applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and candidates from culturally diverse backgrounds.

We are committed to building an inclusive workforce where everyone can contribute, grow, and succeed.