Driller and Rope Technician - Slope Stabilisation

About the role

Pointe Engineering is seeking a Driller and Rope Technician to join its slope stabilisation team in Townsville, Queensland. The role combines rope-access geotechnical work with specialist limited-access drilling on steep slopes and difficult-to-access sites. You will work as part of a field crew delivering safe and effective geotechnical solutions across a range of projects.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out geotechnical works using rope-access techniques, including scaling, drilling, shotcrete application, steel fixing, and installation of tension mesh and gabion cages.
• Perform specialist limited-access drilling from ropes for slope stabilisation and geotechnical projects.
• Work safely on ropes, steep slopes and rugged terrain in challenging outdoor environments.
• Inspect and maintain rope-access equipment and drilling tools, following safety procedures and site requirements.
• Complete daily logs, safety documentation and other basic operational reporting.
• Support the site crew across drilling, stabilisation and related construction activities as required.

Required profile

• Minimum IRATA Level 1 certification with at least 500 hours of rope-access experience; Level 2 or Level 3 certification is highly desirable.
• Experience in geotechnical works, including drilling, scaling, shotcrete, steel fixing, tension mesh or gabion installation.
• Physically fit and confident working at heights, on steep slopes and in restricted-access environments.
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety and rope-access procedures.
• Organised, able to complete basic paperwork and comfortable using basic technology.
• Reliable team player willing to assist with a range of site activities.
• White Card, Work at Heights certification, National Police Clearance and current driver's licence.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical and drug screening.

What we offer

• Full-time employment with 38 ordinary hours per week.
• Salary of AUD $79,000-$108,000 per annum, commensurate with skills and experience.
• Exposure to specialist rope-access drilling and slope stabilisation projects.
• A supportive, safety-focused team environment.
• Opportunities to develop technical skills across geotechnical and construction activities.