At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with drilling operations and maintain site safety while gaining hands-on experience.
- Company: Aston, a leading drilling contractor in Queensland.
- Benefits: Earn $41–$45/hr plus super, with potential to reach $200K+.
- Other info: Immediate starts available; FIFO and local rosters offered.
- Why this job: Fast-track your mining career with full training and clear progression pathways.
- Qualifications: HR licence preferred; strong labouring experience and physical fitness required.
The predicted salary is between 45 - 45 $ per hour.
HR licence holders are being fast-tracked — limited spots available across Queensland. If you’ve worked in labouring, construction, or trades, this is your chance to step straight into drilling with full training, strong pay, and a clear pathway to $180K–$200K+.
Join Aston’s Driller Offsider JobFit™ Challenge and break into mining with leading drilling contractors across QLD.
What You’ll Earn
- $41–$45/hr + super + penalties
- $100K–$120K+ in your first year
- Promotion to Trainee Driller within 12 months
- Long-term earning potential up to $180K–$200K+
Clear Career Pathway
- Year 1: Offsider — $100K+
- Year 2: Trainee — $120K+
- Year 3: Driller L1 — $140K+
- Year 4: Driller L2 — $160K+
- Year 5: Driller L3 — $180K+
One of the fastest and most structured progression pathways in mining.
Why This Role Stands Out
- HR licence holders highly sought after (priority placement)
- Full training provided — no drilling experience needed
- FIFO & local rosters: 5:2 | 7:7 | 2:1 | 4:2
- Work across underground, exploration & blast drilling
- Immediate starts available across QLD
What You’ll Be Doing
- Assisting with rig setup, operation & maintenance
- Handling drill rods, tooling and core samples
- Supporting sampling and daily drilling tasks
- Maintaining site safety, cleanliness and equipment
What You’ll Need
- Strong labouring or hands-on experience
- Physically fit and resilient
- Manual licence required (HR licence highly regarded)
- Ability to pass medical, police & D&A checks
- Strong mechanical aptitude & safety mindset
- Australian working rights
Why People Jump On This
- High-paying mining career with real progression
- Entry-level pathway with full support and training
- Work with top-tier drilling companies
- Long-term, stable career — not just a job
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