Experienced Underground Core Drillers

Webdrill; Delta Junction (AK); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits and PTO

401(k) retirement

Camp accommodation

On-site meals

Job summary

Webdrill Australia Pty Ltd is seeking experienced underground drillers to join our Alaska operations. You will work with skilled teams, learn all drilling aspects, and support safe, efficient operations in a remote camp environment.

Expect 4/2 or 4/4 rotation, 12+ hour shifts, physically demanding conditions, and on-site camp facilities. Open to US residents; transport to Fairbanks and site logistics provided.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years underground drilling experience in a Drillers position.
• Minimum 1 year of core or diamond drilling required.
• Experience leading, training and mentoring drill crews.
• Experience in conducting drill moves (set-up and pack-up).
• Proven safe operation of mobile underground diamond drill rigs.
• Liaise with Site Project Managers and Supervisors on drilling operations.
• Willingness to work rotational shifts at a remote mine site.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding environment.
• Strong commitment to safety and team communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist and learn all aspects of underground drilling while delivering services to the client.
• Work with highly skilled staff and support project managers on operations.
• Participate in rotating shifts at a remote mine site.

Skills

Underground drilling experience

Drill crew leadership

Safety-focused

Physical endurance

Background check compliance

Tools

Epiroc U6/U8

Mobile drill rigs

Job description

Join our Team

Webdrill is a professional, reputable underground diamond drilling contractor with years of expertise, fully-utilized crews and a universal fleet. Our goal is to deliver fast, accurate results for our clients and we are known as trusted global leaders in underground diamond drilling! Webdrill is a Company with a difference, and we genuinely value our people and know our biggest asset is our talent.

We are currently seeking experienced underground Drillers to join our team. This role will take you to the remote Alaskan wilderness, where you will learn new skills, build life-long friendships, and earn serious money.

Working directly with our highly skilled staff of Drillers, Walking Bosses & Project Managers, assisting and learning all aspects of underground drilling, while delivering exceptional services to our valued client.

Working a 4 week on, 2 week off OR4 week on, 4 week off rotating schedule of days and nights, 12 hours a day or more at a remote campsite. Extreme conditions, including but not limited to, extreme and changing weather conditions, dust, mud, varying levels of noise, varying degrees of light and dark, in and around artificial light and in a confined work area.

Employees are required to stay on site at the client provided camp during the work rotation. Camp facilities provide dining service, games room, exercise & weight room, sauna, and accommodation rooms. Dormitory rooms have Wi‑Fi only - no TVs are provided but streaming and calls are available through Wi‑Fi, and you are welcome to bring your favorite devices for entertainment purposes.

Position open to all US Residents, must be able and willing to pay for transportation to and from Fairbanks, Alaska for rotational shift. Motorcoaches are provided to Site from the Fairbanks area & airport.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years underground drilling experience in a Drillers position.
• Minimum 1 year of core or diamond drilling required.
• Experience leading, training and mentoring drill crews, including entry level Driller's Helpers.
• Experience in conducting drill moves (set-up and pack-up).
• Proven safe operation of mobile underground diamond drill rigs
• Liaise with Site Project Managers and Supervisors on drilling operations.
• Willingness to work rotational shifts at a remote mine site.
• Ability to work in an extremely physically demanding position in a remote and challenging environment.
• Strong commitment to safety, team communication and positive leadership.
• Required to pass a full physical medical assessment and lab drug & alcohol screen.
• Required to pass a comprehensive background check.

Preferred Experience

• Epiroc U6/U8 experience preferred
• Mechanical knowledge working on U6/U8 diamond drills
• Safe operation of mobile underground diamond drill rigs
• Experience using roller-latch head assemblies
• Up-hole drilling experience
• Underground grade control and exploration drilling experience
• Good understanding of drill fluid programs
• Core orientation experience

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, benefits and PTO
• Opportunities for training, development, and long‑term employment.
• Ongoing development opportunities and growth within a company that continuously invests in their people.
• Retirement benefits through 401(k).
• Camp accommodation and meals provided at Pogo Mine.
• Supportive and safety-focused work environment.

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Shortlisting for this role will begin immediately.

Candidates living in the Fairbanks North Star Borough, Delta and Tok regions will be given first consideration.

Due to the large volume of applications, only applicants who are shortlisted will be contacted.