Immediate Start
We are seeking a GEOTECHNICAL DRILLERS OFFSIDER
This is geotechnical drilling, (not exploration or blast hole.) It's not FIFO or DIDO, the jobs vary in length and location. There is no set roster, this IS NOT a mining job.
There will be an initial 3-6 month probation period, this will be on a casual rate. After probation the position may become permanent full time position with penalty rates, overtime and leave.
The job will require heavy lifting and repeated manual handling for most of the day. You will be working out in the elements, hold, cold, rain, etc, unless there's lightening you'll be working.
Between drilling jobs there will be yard work, you must have reliable transport and a valid drivers licence min LR
MAIN DUTIES
- listen to and follow guidance of the driller
- pre-start of rigs at start of day and clean and maintain rigs at the end of the job
- manual handling to load and unload equipment from vehicles
- setting up and packing down site
- operating of water truck, fill up at standpipe or water source
- use initiative to work independently while the driller does his job.
SKILLS/EXPERIENCE
- Minimum LR drivers license essential must have. HR desirable
- Ability to be on your feet and doing manual handling all day
- Mechanical aptitude
- Ability to work under pressure, and occasionally work unsupervised.
- Good clear spoken English
- The ability to do online inductions
- Offsiding experience will be looked at upon favourably, particularly geotechnical with knowledge of SPT's and core barrel configuration.
YOU
Ideally you will be fit, safety focused, and able to go lengths of time without needing to stop and sit (between smoko and lunch breaks.) You will work well under pressure, in noisy environments with uneven, slippery, ground, always outdoors.
This is a long term position.
You will be required to do a pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol. And be able to provide a police clearance for some mine site work.
You must have a minimum of an LR drivers licence.
Please include references with your application and any relevant licences/tickets or proof of suitability for the position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $38.50 – $45.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Application Question(s):
- Will pass drug and alcohol with short notice when required
Licence/Certification:
- LR Licence (Required)
- White Card (Preferred)
Work Authorisation:
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Treeby WA 6164
