Driller - Callide (Biloela region)
Action Drill & Blast | Regional QLD
Closing date: 26/10/2025
Action Drill & Blast is the leading integrated drilling and blasting contractor in Australia.
We have a positive team culture based on our core values of Safety, Integrity, Teamwork and Innovation and we provide our employees with a safe and friendly work environment.
We are currently seeking applications from experienced Blast Hole Drillers for a permanent and ongoing DIDO Full-Time 4/5/5/4/5/5 lifestyle roster position at our Callide Project located in the Biloela region.
Job duties:
* Operating our REICHdrill C700 and C750 platform drill rigs
* Accurately checking the quality and depth of drill holes and recording ground conditions that may affect blasting
* Maintaining a clean and tidy rig and reporting/addressing any maintenance faults
* Demonstrate a positive attitude towards regular and reliable drill metres, rig utilisation and consumables usage
* Provide neat and complete associated documentation for drill reports, pre-starts etc
* Regularly use safety tools such as JHA's and Take 5's
* Be willing to be trained across a variety of drill rigs in the fleet and show an adaptable attitude
* Willingness to assist nearby projects and learn and assist blast crew on drill & blast projects
Experience and qualifications sought:
* Experience using platform rotary drill rigs
* Previous experience in Blast Hole Drilling in Black Coal mining
* Australian Driver Licence
* Standard 11 Statement of Attainment
* RII for Blast Hole Drilling - RIIBHD301D/E
* RII for Vehicle Loading Crane (preferred but not essential)
* RII for Conduct Lifting Operations (preferred but not essential)
Successful candidates will be required to undergo pre-employment medical assessments including a drug and alcohol screen.
If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact us via and we will get back to you ASAP.
To apply for the position you will need to provide a current CV/resume with two contactable referees. Action Drill and Blast is an Equal Opportunity Employer and we strongly support diversity in our workforce. Applicants from a wide sector of the community, including women and indigenous cultures, are encouraged to apply. to submit your application.