Diamond Drillers | Surface & Underground |

Diamond Drillers | Surface & Underground |

Contract Type:

Full Time

Location:

WA - Perth (CBD) - Western Australia 

Industry:

Mining / Oil & Gas / Utilities

Contact Name:

Contact Email:


Contact Phone:

(08) 6363 7040

Date Published:

06-Nov-2026

Techforce Personnel is partnering with established drilling contractors to recruit experienced Diamond Drillers for multiple opportunities across WA and interstate.

We have a strong pipeline of Surface and Underground Diamond Drilling positions across WA , NSW, VIC, TAS, NT and SA, offering a range of rosters, competitive rates and both temp-to-perm and permanent employment opportunities.

Whether you're looking for a better roster, a move back into diamond drilling, long-term stability or your next permanent position, we'd love to hear from you.

What's On Offer
  • Rates up to $875/shift, depending on experience and project
  • Driller opportunities from $875/shift + bonuses
  • Production & KPI bonus opportunities across selected projects
  • 2:1, 2:2, 4:2, 7:7 & 20:10 rosters available
  • Opportunities across WA and interstate
  • Surface & Underground Diamond Drilling
  • Temp-to-perm and permanent positions
  • Multiple projects and mobilisation options
  • Established drilling operations with large operating fleets
  • Immediate and upcoming starts
  • Weekly pay across casual placements
  • Medicals, onboarding and mobilisation coordinated
Your Responsibilities
  • Carrying out Surface and/or Underground Diamond Drilling operations
  • Operating diamond drill rigs safely and efficiently to drilling programs
  • Achieving required production, recovery and drilling targets
  • Monitoring ground conditions, penetration rates and drill performance
  • Completing pre-start inspections and operational checks
  • Identifying equipment faults and assisting with minor maintenance requirements
  • Maintaining accurate drilling and shift records
  • Working closely with offsiders, supervisors and site teams
  • Maintaining high standards of equipment care and housekeeping
  • Consistently working within site safety procedures and critical controls
What We're Looking For
  • Previous Diamond Drilling experience within mining or exploration
  • Surface and/or Underground experience considered
  • Experience operating DE710, DE740, UDR1000 and/or UDR1200 highly regarded
  • Experience across other Diamond Drill rigs will also be considered
  • Current Australian Driver's Licence
  • Current National Police Clearance or willingness to obtain
  • Ability to pass a Pre-Employment Medical and Drug & Alcohol Screen
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and equipment care
  • Ability to work FIFO/DIDO day and night shift rosters
  • Strong commitment to safety, drilling performance and productivity
Not quite the right fit? We also recruit across Diamond Driller Offsiders, RC & Grade Control Drilling, Blast Hole Drilling, Drill & Blast and other mining roles throughout WA and Australia. Apply today to discuss other opportunities available.

Apply now or contact the Techforce Surface Mining team for a confidential discussion about the Diamond Drilling opportunities available.
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