Drillers Offsider

Canstaff
MackayFull time

Listed 7 Sep 2026

Canstaff are currently recruiting for their leading Drill Exploration client who has projects across Western Australia for a 2/1, FIFO  roster. 

We are offering excellent hourly rates for Driller Offsiders to work in RC Drilling Exploration .


Key Responsibilities:

 

  • Ensure drill rigs, machinery and equipment and effectively operated to optimise profitability of the site’s operations
  • Ensure highest levels of quality is maintained and report any maintenance faults or issues
  • Work with minimal supervision and in a coordinated manner with peers
  • Demonstrate visible safe working practices and a commitment to safety in the workplace
  • Handling Drill rods and core tubes
  • Mixing Drill fluid additives
  • Mobilising rigs from one set up to another
  • Changing drill bits and rods
  • Cleaning and maintaining equipment

To be considered for these roles you will be required to:   

  • Be physically fit and strong and able to work 12 hour days in harsh climates
  • Hold a valid HR class manual drivers licence  
  • Ideally hold a First Aid Certificate,  
  •  have previous Drillers Offsider experience
  • Ideally hold a Working at Heights card
  • Pass a Pre-Employment medical including extensive Musculoskeletal and Fitness Assessment and Lab Drug and Alcohol Screen
  • Hold a National Police Clearance no older than 12 months or willing to obtain one
  • Drilling experience - blast hole, exploration or water bore considered
  • Dangerous Goods license



We are committed to building and maintaining a strong supported workplace, with a culture that is strengthened by diversity, inclusion, and respect within our people. If this sounds like you, please apply