Longhole Operator

Vault Minerals; City Of Greater Geraldton; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Novated Lease Vehicles

Salary Sacrifice - Trade tools, FIFO,

Job summary

Vault Minerals is seeking a skilled long hole drill operator for the Deflector Site in Western Australia. The role operates on a 14:14 roster with flights from Perth and strong opportunities for career progression within a leading ASX-listed gold producer.

Join a team focused on safe, efficient drilling to support ore extraction. A DGSC, senior first aid, heights work training, and a WA manual C license are required, with travel expectations and a supportive culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in UG Longhole drilling operations.
• WA Driver’s License (manual C Class)
• Dangerous Goods Security Card (DGSC)
• Senior First Aid
• Working at heights

Responsibilities

• Operate long hole production drills safely and efficiently for stope production purposes.
• Set up drilling rigs accurately according to drill designs and plans.
• Perform collaring, drilling, and reaming activities to mine plans and survey specifications.
• Monitor drilling operations and ground conditions; report any hazards or inconsistencies.
• Carry out minor troubleshooting, adjustments, and first-line maintenance on drill rigs.
• Complete pre-start checklists, shift reports, and hole progress logs accurately.
• Coordinate with the Mining Engineers, Surveyors, and Supervisors to optimise drilling accuracy and performance.
• Maximise rig utilisation by ensuring timely setup, relocation, auto-drilling at end of shift and shift handovers.
• Manage drill consumables efficiently and report shortages promptly.

Skills

Long hole drilling

Education

WA Driver’s License (manual C Class)

Dangerous Goods Security Card (DGSC)

Senior First Aid

Working at heights

Job description

• Join Vault Minerals during an exciting growth period!
• Position will be offered on a 14:14 roster from Perth
• Great opportunity for career advancement

Provision of a quality and timely long hole drilling service of the ore body.

Vault Minerals Limited

is a leading intermediate gold producer listed on the ASX, with a diversified portfolio of operating assets across Western Australia and Canada. Formerly known as Red 5 Limited, the company rebranded to Vault Minerals in September 2024 to reflect its scale, strength, and growth ambitions.

Deflector Site Overview

Deflector Operation consists of two high-grade, narrow vein Gold/Copper mines, located 160km east of Geraldton. The ore is contained in a series of structurally complex lodes, namely the Deflector and Deflector South West deposits.

What we offer:

• This position will be offered on an 14:14 roster
• A short one hour flight time from Perth or DIDO from Geraldton area
• Competitive Salary on a fortnightly pay cycle
• Referral program allowing you to earn up to $6,000 for referring new employees
• Career development opportunities and great company culture

Key responsibilities of this role will include:

• Operate long hole production drills safely and efficiently for stope production purposes.
• Set up drilling rigs accurately according to drill designs and plans.
• Perform collaring, drilling, and reaming activities to mine plans and survey specifications.
• Monitor drilling operations and ground conditions; report any hazards or inconsistencies.
• Carry out minor troubleshooting, adjustments, and first-line maintenance on drill rigs.
• Complete pre-start checklists, shift reports, and hole progress logs accurately.
• Coordinate with the Mining Engineers, Surveyors, and Supervisors to optimise drilling accuracy and performance.
• Maximise rig utilisation by ensuring timely setup, relocation, auto-drilling at end of shift and shift handovers.
• Manage drill consumables efficiently and report shortages promptly.

About You:

• Minimum 1 year experience in UG Longhole drilling operations
• WA Driver’s License (manual C Class)
• Dangerous Goods Security Card (DGSC)
• Senior First Aid
• Working at heights

Additional Benefits:

• Novated Lease Vehicles
• Salary Sacrifice - Trade tools, FIFO Travel, Self Education

Our Recruitment Process

As part of our recruitment process, we require a pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol screen and a National Police Clearance.