Action 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.

In anticipation of growth within our operations, we are seeking expressions of interest from experienced Drillers for our projects in the northern Bowen Basin 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 learn and assist blast crew on drill & blast projects

Experience and qualifications sought:

• Experience using platform rotary drill rigs
• Previous experience in Blast Hole Drilling in Black Coal mining (desirable)
• Australian Driver Licence
• Standard 11 Statement of Attainment
• RII for Blast Hole Drilling - RIIBHD301D/E (highly desirable)

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 or have any trouble submitting the expression of interest, please contact us via [email protected] and we will get back to you ASAP.

To express interest, you will need to provide a current CV/resume. We are an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your expression of interest.