AddressAction Drill & Blast is the leading integrated drilling and blasting contractor in Australia.
We have a positive team culture based on our core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork and Innovation and we provide our employees with a safe and friendly work environment.
We are currently seeking applications from experienced Blast Hole Drillers for a permanent and ongoing DIDO Full-Time 7/7 roster position at our South Walker Creek Project located west of Mackay in the Nebo/Coppabella region.
Job duties:
- Operating our REICHdrill C700 and C750 platform drill rigs
- Accurately checking the quality and depth of drill holes and recording ground conditions that may affect blasting
- Maintaining a clean and tidy rig and reporting/addressing any maintenance faults
- Demonstrate a positive attitude towards regular and reliable drill metres, rig utilisation and consumables usage
- Provide neat and complete associated documentation for drill reports, pre-starts etc
- Regularly use safety tools such as JHA's and Take 5's
- Be willing to be trained across a variety of drill rigs in the fleet and show an adaptable attitude
- Willingness to assist nearby projects and learn and assist blast crew on drill & blast projects (Isaac Downs)
Experience and qualifications sought:
- Experience using platform rotary drill rigs
- Previous experience in Blast Hole Drilling in Black Coal mining
- Australian Driver Licence
- Standard 11 Statement of Attainment
- RII for Blast Hole Drilling - RIIBHD301D/E
- RII for Vehicle Loading Crane (preferred but not essential)
- RII for Conduct Lifting Operations (preferred but not essential)
Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment medical assessments including a drug and alcohol screen.
If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact us via ***********@actiondb.com.au and we will get back to you ASAP.
To apply for the position you will need to provide a current CV/resume with two contactable referees. Action Drill and Blast is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we strongly support diversity in our workforce. Applicants from a wide sector of the community, including women and indigenous cultures, are encouraged to apply. Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application.
