Production Driller - Underground

HMR Drilling | Mining | Raiseboring; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A national contractor specializing in drilling services is seeking experienced Production Drill Operators for a full-time role in Central West NSW. The position involves drilling operations, maintaining drill rigs, and ensuring safety standards. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience and full working rights in Australia. Accommodation and meals are provided, with FIFO options available.

Benefits

Accommodation & messing provided

Kilometer reimbursement for travel

Potential for full-time role with client

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a similar role.
• Current Driver’s License.
• Full working rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Drill production long-holes to Client requirements.
• Interpret drill plans and ensure hole accuracy.
• Record and report drilling data.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and risk assessments.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on drill rigs.

Skills

Motivated self-starter

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of drill production

Experience with Sandvik & Epiroc machines

Job description

HMR is a national contractor providing underground and surface DRILLING, MINING and RAISEBORING services to clients across Australia.

We are currently seeking suitably experienced Production Drill Operators to join our team for available work in the Central West NSW region.

If you are a highly motivated self-starter, we want to hear from you! This role is a full-time for a minimum of 6 months with opportunity for placement with the client.

The Role

• 7/7 roster
• FIFO any major city
• DIDO (NSW) - Km reimbursement
• Accommodation & messing provided
• Permanent position - potential for full-time role with client

Key Requirements Of The Role

• Drill production long-holes to Client requirements
• Interpret drill plans and ensure hole accuracy
• Record and report drilling data
• Conduct pre-start inspections, risk assessments, and safety checks.
• Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting on drill rigs to maintain uptime
• Liaise with other departments to support production
• Contribute to safety and productivity improvements

Essentials

The ability to meet pre-employment criteria including drug and alcohol screening, medical and police clearance is required.

• Motivated self-starter who can work independently
• Previous experience/exposure to Sandvik & Epiroc production machines
• 2+ years’ experience in a similar role
• Current Driver’s License
• Australian or NZ residents - Full working rights in Australia

Ready for the Next Step?

Apply now to start your new career with us!

At HMR, our values guide everything we do, ensuring a safe and rewarding work environment.

• SAFETY: Zero harm, zero compromise.
• SERVICE: We respond quickly and deliver on our promises.
• RESPECT: We care for our people and communities and act with honesty.
• RESULTS: We exceed expectations and set industry standards.