Production Driller

Marble Group; Sydney; On-site; AUD 102,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Casual hourly rates

Long-term project

Training opportunities

Roster & camp

Close-knit team

Job summary

Marble Group is seeking an experienced Production Driller for a large underground hard rock operation in Central NSW. You will operate Sandvik longhole production drill rigs, contribute to safety and efficiency, and work with engineering and production crews to meet drilling targets.

The role offers a 2:2 roster (7 days on, 7 nights, 14 off), 12-hour shifts with camp accommodation and meals, DIDO/FIFO options, and a path from casual hire to permanent employment over the project’s four-year site

Qualifications

• Experience drilling longholes in underground hard rock.
• Current National Police Clearance & pre-employment medical.
• Unrestricted driver’s license (manual preferred).

Responsibilities

• Operate Sandvik production drill rigs for longhole drilling per mine plans.
• Set up rigs and drill rings to design specifications.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and report defects or maintenance needs.
• Work to production targets and KPIs with a strong focus on safety and quality.
• Collaborate with supervisors, engineers and underground crews to maximise productivity.
• Maintain accurate drilling records and complete shift documentation.

Skills

Longhole drilling

Underground mining

Driver's license

Reliability

Work autonomously

Tools

Sandvik drill rigs

Job description

Join a well-known underground mining contractor at a large-scale hard rock operation in Central NSW. This is a long-term opportunity for experienced production driller looking for a lifestyle-friendly roster, strong earning potential and the chance to progress into a permanent position.

• Lifestyle-friendly 2:2 roster (7 days, 7 nights, 14 off)
• 12-hour shifts with accommodation and meals provided
• Long-term contract with an established underground mining contractor
• Casual hourly rates up to $90ph
• DIDO / FIFO options available with DIDO allowance or flights paid
• Start as a casual labour hire contractor with the intention of moving to a permanent position after 26 weeks / 12 swings (extremely likely but not guaranteed)

The Mine Site

Based in Central NSW, you'll be working at a large and established gold mining operation with both open pit and underground operations. The underground mine is relatively new and continues to ramp up production, providing plenty of long-term work and development opportunities.

• Long mine life with significant ongoing investment in the underground operation
• Modern underground operation with a strong focus on safety and development
• Large site with an experienced mining and contracting workforce
• Accommodation provided in a purpose-built mining camp
• Close-knit underground crews with a strong team culture

The Role

You will join a skilled underground production team responsible for drilling production stopes within a modern hard rock mining operation. As a Production Driller, you will operate Sandvik longhole production drill rigs while working closely with engineering and production crews to safely achieve daily drilling targets. Your duties will include:

• Operating Sandvik production drill rigs to complete longhole production drilling in accordance with mine plans
• Setting up drill rigs, drilling production rings, and ensuring accuracy to design specifications
• Conducting pre-start inspections and reporting equipment defects or maintenance requirements
• Working to production targets and shift KPIs while maintaining high standards of safety and quality
• Collaborating with supervisors, engineers and underground crews to maximize drilling productivity
• Maintaining accurate drilling records and completing required shift documentation

Roster & Camp

The position offers a two-weeks-on, two-weeks-off lifestyle roster, with everything taken care of while you're on swing.

• 2:2 roster (7 days, 7 nights, 14 days off)
• 12-hour shifts - approximately 5:30am to 5:30pm / 5:30pm to 5:30am
• Private ensuite accommodation at a purpose-built camp in Central NSW
• Buffet-style breakfast and evening meals provided
• Daily shuttle bus between camp and site

Your Background

You will come from a background working as a longhole driller within the underground hardrock mining division. You will also have the following skills and experience:

• Unrestricted driver's license (ability to drive manual vehicles)
• Highly reliable, punctual and trustworthy
• Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment
• Ability to obtain a current National Police Clearance & pass a pre-employment medical

What's On Offer

This is a great opportunity to join a reputable mining contractor with a strong pipeline of work and an established presence across the Australian underground mining industry.

• Attractive casual hourly rates + super
• Clear pathway from casual labour hire into a permanent position
• Long-term project with approximately four years remaining on the contractor's current site agreement
• Regular opportunities for training, development and progression
• Excellent roster, camp facilities and a close-knit underground crew