Production Driller

Harmony Australasia; Cobar; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Australasia in Cobar, NSW, is seeking a Production Driller. You'll work on a 2:2 roster (days and nights) with residential, DIDO or FIFO options from Brisbane or Sydney, contributing to the CSA Mine’s underground operations.

The role requires hands-on drilling production, service and cable holes to design and standard, strong safety focus, pre-start checks, and ability to read drill plans; suitable for candidates with experience on EPIROC rigs and full Australian drivers licence;

Qualifications

• Experience with EPIROC drill rigs.
• Minimum three years in an underground mining role.
• Conduct pre-start checks, routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting.
• Read and follow drill plans, markings and survey instructions.
• Maintain safe work areas and follow underground safety procedures.
• Hold a current Australian driver's licence.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to pass a medical.

Responsibilities

• Drill production, service and cable holes to design and standard.
• Follow drill plans, markings and survey instructions.
• Maintain safe work areas and follow underground safety procedures.

Skills

EPIROC drill rigs

Underground mining

Pre-start checks

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Read drill plans

Safety procedures

Driver's licence

Communication skills

Medical clearance

Job description

Job Description

Join our team as a Production Driller in Cobar!

Working on a 2:2 weeks (days & nights) roster, this position is available on a residential basis, DIDO, or FIFO from Brisbane or Sydney.

Responsibilities

We’re offering multiple opportunities for motivated individuals to become a vital part of our dynamic team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for drilling production, service and cable holes to design and standard.

Qualifications

About You:

To be successful, you will bring the following skills, experience and personal attributes:

• Experience with EPIROC drill rigs
• Minimum three (3) years in an underground mining role
• Conduct pre-start checks, routine maintenance, and basic troubleshooting on drilling equipment
• Read and follow drill plans, markings, and survey instructions
• Maintain safe work areas, manage hazards, and follow underground safety procedures
• Hold current Australian drivers licence
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to pass a medical

Please note: All candidates must have the right to live and work in Australia and will be required to undertake a comprehensive pre-employment medical screen, including drug and alcohol testing.

To learn more about Harmony and CSA Mine, please visit: https://www.harmony.co.za/operations/australia/csa-copper-mine/

About The Team

Harmony is the largest gold producer by volume in South Africa and is a significant operator of gold tailings retreatment facilities. In Papua New Guinea, Harmony owns and operates the Hidden Valley mine and owns 50% of the Tier 1 Wafi-Golpu copper-gold project. In Australia, Harmony owns the high-grade CSA copper mine in Cobar, NSW and is constructing the Eva Copper Mine in Cloncurry, QLD with first production targeted for the second half of the 2028 calendar year. These assets are supported by the Harmony Australasia regional corporate office located in Milton, Brisbane.

CSA, one of Australia's longest operating copper mines, has a history dating back almost 150 years. The mine is 1.9km deep and has a reserve grade of 3.4% Cu. Located near the vibrant regional town of Cobar, CSA Mine is a long‑standing underground copper operation with a strong connection to its local community. Our people enjoy a supportive team environment, meaningful careers and the lifestyle benefits that come with regional NSW