Open-Cut Drill Rig Operator – 7/7 Rotating Shift

Glencore Australia; Whitsunday Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Camp accommodation and meals provided

Long term Life of Mine

Permanent full-time position

7/7 Rotating Day and Night Shift Rosta

Annual Health & Wellbeing Reimburse

Training & Development Opportunities

Reward & recognition initiatives

Job summary

Glencore Australia’s Collinsville Open Cut Mine in Queensland seeks an experienced drill and blast operator to join the team. You will operate blast hole drill rigs, follow engineered plans, and maintain safety and efficiency across a rotating 7/7 day/night roster.

Reporting to the Drill and Blast Supervisor, you will monitor strata conditions, liaise with stakeholders, and contribute to continuous improvement while supporting production targets in a live mining environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating blast hole drill rigs in open-cut mining.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to risk management and safe work practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate blast hole drill rigs safely and efficiently.
• Follow engineered drilling plans and verify drill hole quality.
• Record strata conditions and report maintenance needs or hazards.
• Support safe and productive rock extraction during day and night shifts.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet targets.

Skills

Communication skills

Risk management

Stakeholder liaison

Teamwork

Autonomy

Production targets

Tools

Blast hole drill rigs

Job description

Glencore Australia’s Collinsville Open Cut Mine in Queensland seeks an experienced drill and blast operator to join the team. You will operate blast hole drill rigs, follow engineered plans, and maintain safety and efficiency across a rotating 7/7 day/night roster.

Reporting to the Drill and Blast Supervisor, you will monitor strata conditions, liaise with stakeholders, and contribute to continuous improvement while supporting production targets in a live mining environment.