Permanent Open-Cut Blasthole Driller – 7/7 DIDO

SMW Drilling Services Pty Ltd; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time employment

7/7 roster

DIDO – meals and accommodation

Salary packaging options

Immediate starts available

Long-term employment opportunities

Strong maintenance support

Experienced leadership

Job summary

SMW Drilling Services Pty Ltd in Mackay, Central Queensland, is hiring experienced Open-Cut Blasthole Drill Rig Operators for permanent full-time roles. You will join a high-performing team, with a 7/7 roster and DIDO facilities, in a supported, safety-focused environment.

We offer long-term stability, competitive hourly rates, strong maintenance support, and opportunities to progress within the business while contributing to a productive crew on a well-established open-cut mining operation.

Qualifications

• Previous blasthole drilling experience in open-cut mining environments.
• Experience operating Reedrill SK Series drill platforms is highly regarded.
• Current QLD Coal Mine Workers Health Scheme medical clearance is required, including drug/alcohol screening.
• C Class Driver Licence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Operate open-cut blasthole drills at a Mackay region mining operation.
• Maintain drill rig performance and participate in equipment upkeep.
• Work safely and collaboratively with the crew to achieve targets.

Skills

Open-Cut blasthole drilling

Reedrill SK Series operation

Drilling site teamwork

Tools

C Class Driver Licence

Job description

SMW Drilling Services Pty Ltd in Mackay, Central Queensland, is hiring experienced Open-Cut Blasthole Drill Rig Operators for permanent full-time roles. You will join a high-performing team, with a 7/7 roster and DIDO facilities, in a supported, safety-focused environment.

We offer long-term stability, competitive hourly rates, strong maintenance support, and opportunities to progress within the business while contributing to a productive crew on a well-established open-cut mining operation.