Boart Longyear is the global industry leader in safety, drilling innovation and productivity. But more importantly, our values define what matters most in our continued success and serve as a guide for our business operations. We demonstrate a commitment to our values and use them as guiding principles in our decision making and actions, each and every day. We value health and safety, integrity, customer focus, and teamwork.
If this is what drives you too, then come join our team!
We are expanding our workforce due to growth in our Surface drilling operations and are currently taking applications for Driller Assistants with a strong commitment to Health & Safety and teamwork. This is a 2:1 FIFO roster from Perth.
What does a Driller Assistant do?
You will be supporting a driller or drilling supervisor with a variety of labour tasks to assist in the safe operation of a drill rig, this can include:
- Conducting Daily pre-start equipment and safety checks
- Assisting with mixing drilling mud's/fluids/chemicals/cement
- Assisting with loading and unloading heavy vehicles & rig set up
- Maintaining a clean and hazard-free work workplace
A few things we’re looking for:
- Previous experience working in a physically demanding role. Previous offsiders experience is highly regarded but not necessary.
- HR-B or HR Unrestricted Drivers License (or working towards is essential)
- Current C Class Manual Driver's License (essential)
- Ability to pass a pre-employment medical including a drug and alcohol test and full functional assessment
- National Police Clearance within 6 months (or ability to obtain one)
- Currently living in WA (essential)
All candidates will be required to submit a recent National Police Clearance and be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical.
What’s in it for you?
- Full-time permanent position as part of a long-term stable project
- Competitive base rates - bonus eligibility – Annual and Sick leave entitlements
- Competitive Shift Rates + Bonus
- Flights (from Perth), site accommodation and all meals provided
- Excellent ongoing training with the opportunity for career progression and certification in Drilling
- Working for one of the world's leading providers of drilling products and services in their extensive WA operations
- Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
📌 Driller Assistant - Surface
🏢 Boart Longyear
📍 Perth