We are currently seeking experienced D65 Drill & Blast Drillers to join a major Tier One Iron Ore Expansion Project commencing in mid-November. This is an excellent opportunity to secure 12 months of work with strong potential for extension 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-November mobilisation
- 12 months with strong potential for extension
- 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, offering 12 months of work with strong potential for extension.
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.
