Start the New Year with a high-paying FIFO career in mining Got experience in labouring, construction, or trades? Ready to swap the tools for a career that can earn $200K+ in just a few years?
Join Aston's Driller Offsider JobFit Challenge and kickstart your mining career with Australia's top drilling companies. No prior drilling experience? No problem You'll get full training, on-site experience, and a clear pathway from Offsider to Driller.
Why This Rocks
* Earn $110K–$120K+ in Year 1 ($40–$45/hr + super)
* Step up to Trainee Driller within 12 months
* Flexible rosters: 2:1, 3:1, or 4:2 – you choose
* Work across underground, surface & blast hole drilling
* Already based in WA? You're halfway there
Career Pathway
* Year 1: Driller Offsider – $110K+ super
* Year 2: Trainee Driller – $130K+ super
* Year 3: Driller L1 – $160K+ super
* Year 4: Driller L2 – $180K+ super
* Year 5: Driller L3 – $200K+ super
Your Day-to-Day
* Assist drillers with rig setup, maintenance & operations
* Load/unload drill rods & core samples
* Maintain site cleanliness & equipment safety
* Support sample prep & accurate data collection
What We're Looking For
* Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
* Physically fit & ready for hands-on work
* Manual C Class licence (HR licence highly preferred or willing to get one)
* Clean police check (mine site requirement)
* Strong mechanical aptitude & safety mindset
* WA-based with unrestricted work rights
* Able to handle 12-hour FIFO shifts
What You'll Get
* Full training – no drilling experience needed
* Fast-track career growth in a booming industry
* High earning FIFO lifestyle
* Start in as little as 1–2 weeks
Apply Today & Start 2026 Strong Click APPLY NOW.
Ashlee, our virtual assistant, will reach out with a few quick questions about your experience, licence, and roster preferences so we can get you placed fast.
Kickstart your mining career as a Driller Offsider this New Year