Drill Operator - Top Hammer & DTH

About the role

SRG Global is looking for an experienced Driller with proven Top Hammer and Down-the-Hole (DTH) drilling experience to join its team at the KCGM Super Pit in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia. The team values clear communication, safety and efficiency, and offers competitive pay, modern equipment and industry-leading facilities. Residential and FIFO opportunities are available.

Key responsibilities

• Safely operate custom-built long-reach Top Hammer drilling rigs and DTH and depressurisation drilling equipment
• Complete depressurisation holes to the required depth, alignment and specification
• Carry out pre-start inspections and routine operator maintenance on drilling equipment
• Monitor drilling performance, ground conditions, pressures and equipment condition
• Identify and report equipment faults, ground conditions or hazards affecting safe drilling
• Maintain accurate drilling records (metres drilled, hole depths, locations, equipment hours)
• Work with supervisors, geotechnical personnel and other site teams
• Maintain good housekeeping around the drill and work area and comply with safety, environmental and operational requirements

Required profile

• Previous experience in multiple drilling disciplines
• Top Hammer drilling experience (essential); directional and DTH drilling experience (favourable)
• Mine site experience
• Heavy Rigid (HR) driver's licence
• First Aid and CPR certificate, Working at Heights licence
• Pass a pre-employment medical and drug and alcohol assessment, and a National Police Clearance
• Positive attitude towards safety, training and the environment

Favourable but not essential: Telehandler licence. Good communication and organisational skills are also required. Applications are made through the Apply button on the listing; no agency contact is requested.