We are currently seeking experienced D65 Drill & Blast Drillers to join a major Tier One Iron Ore Expansion Project commencing in mid-August. This is an excellent opportunity to secure 12 months of ongoing work on a high-profile iron ore operation with a strong focus on safety, performance, and teamwork.
About the Role As a D65 Drill & Blast Driller, you will be responsible for operating drill rigs safely and efficiently while delivering high-quality production outcomes. Your duties will include:
- Operating D65 drill rigs in accordance with site procedures
- Executing drill and blast programs to design specifications
- Contour and pattern drilling
- Achieving production targets while maintaining quality standards
- Conducting pre-start inspections and reporting equipment issues
- Maintaining compliance with all safety, environmental, and site requirements
- Working collaboratively within a high-performing project team
- Minimum 5 years' experience operating D65 drill rigs within a mining environment
- Extensive drill and blast experience
- Proven capability in contour and pattern drilling
- Ability to drill accurately to design specifications and meet production targets
- Strong understanding of mining safety, environmental, and compliance requirements
- Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to pass pre-employment medical and site onboarding requirements
- $70–$80 per hour(depending on experience)
- 8:6 / 7:7 roster
- Mid-August mobilisation
- 12 months of ongoing work
- Opportunity to work on a major Tier One Iron Ore Expansion Project
- Supportive team environment
- Strong safety culture
- Potential for ongoing project opportunities
Apply today and secure your place on this exciting Tier One Iron Ore Expansion Project.
At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.
You can read more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion at https://www.chandlermacleod.com/diversity-and-inclusion.
