Drilling Supervisor - Exploration

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary with field allowAnc

Accommodation and meals provided

Training in advanced drilling tech

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Drilling Supervisor to oversee exploration drilling operations in Queenstown. You will lead drilling crews, manage schedules, monitor progress, and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards in remote field conditions.

The role offers field allowances, accommodation, meals, and opportunities to advance drilling technologies and safety practices within a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Driller or Assistant Driller in mineral exploration.
• Supervisory experience managing drilling crews.
• Proficient in RC and diamond drilling techniques.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work in remote locations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage drilling crews, providing guidance and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Plan and schedule daily drilling activities, allocating resources effectively.
• Monitor drilling progress, depth, and sample quality, ensuring program objectives are met.
• Oversee the maintenance and operation of drilling rigs and associated equipment.
• Ensure all drilling operations comply with company HSE policies and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Drilling supervision

Leadership

Safety standards

Tools

RC drilling

Diamond drilling

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Drilling Supervisor to oversee their exploration drilling operations in the Queenstown, Eastern Cape area. This role is essential for managing drilling crews, ensuring safe and efficient execution of drilling programs, and maintaining equipment. You will be responsible for coordinating daily drilling activities, monitoring progress against targets, and ensuring the quality of core samples obtained. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in exploration drilling, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to upholding the highest safety standards in a remote field setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage drilling crews, providing guidance and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
• Plan and schedule daily drilling activities, allocating resources effectively.
• Monitor drilling progress, depth, and sample quality, ensuring program objectives are met.
• Oversee the maintenance and operation of drilling rigs and associated equipment.
• Ensure all drilling operations comply with company HSE policies and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Driller or Assistant Driller in mineral exploration.
• Proven experience in a supervisory role, managing drilling teams.
• Strong understanding of various drilling techniques (e.g., RC, diamond drilling).
• Knowledge of drilling equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Valid driver's license and ability to work in remote locations for extended periods.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with field allowances and bonuses.
• Accommodation and meals provided during field assignments.
• Opportunity to work on exciting exploration projects.
• Training in advanced drilling technologies and safety practices.
• A team-oriented environment focused on achieving exploration success.