RC & Diamond Drillers

ACRUX Search Pty
Destination Perth, WAFull time

$150k

Listed 28 Aug 2026

  • Run a safe, productive drill site – achieve daily targets, safely
  • An understanding of drill programs
  • Manage and mentor offsiders and rig operations – no throwing spanners at the Offsiders!
  • Maintain correct drilling practices and techniques  - no shortcuts
  • Ensure samples and procedures meet quality standards – incorrect sampling means a wasted hole
  • Communicate with clients, crew, and management – ability to communicate effectively with mining Superintendents, Geos and other Stakeholders in a professional manner
  • Proactively conducting and reporting daily pre-starts and maintenance checks: no productivity or metre bonuses if the rigs break down!
  • Consumables stocktake and ordering to keep the camp and rig well supplied


Requirements

  • Experience as Diamond, RC and Aircore Driller;
  • Certificate III or IV in Drilling Operations (desirable)
  • (WA) HR Drivers' Licence; still apply even if you only have a C Class
  • Senior First Aid (or willing to obtain)
  • 4WD Certificate (desirable)
  • Working at Heights (desirable)
  • National Police Clearance – within 3 months
  • Of course – fit enough to pass a medical with a clean urine sample!



Benefits

  • Roles from WA to QLD and sometimes inbetween
  • Happy to stay in bush/caravan camp setups if required
  • 2:1 or 4:2 rosters, but flexibility needed for coverage as required
    • only occasional roles are 2/2 rosters
  • Rates starting at $150k on 2/1 and progress from there - with enough experience
  • After probation: $negotiated based on demonstrated ability and meeting agreed KPI's
  • OFFSIDERS - with above 18 months experience ready to step up are also welcomed to apply

**No Sponsorship Offered – no need to apply without full AUS working rights already**