At a Glance
- Tasks: Operate T45 drill rigs, follow plans, and ensure safety on site.
- Company: BWE Drilling, a leader in specialised drilling services across Australia.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, FIFO opportunities, 5 weeks annual leave, and employee wellbeing programs.
- Other info: Great company culture with recognition awards and ongoing training.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and enjoy long-term career stability with growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: Experience in production drilling and a strong safety focus required.
The predicted salary is between 28.8 - 35.2 $ per hour.
BWE Drilling is seeking experienced T45/Top Hammer Blast Hole Drillers to join our growing Drill & Blast team across long-term FIFO projects in Western Australia. With continued growth across our operations, we're looking for skilled, safety-focused Drillers seeking ongoing work, competitive rates and opportunities to progress their careers.
What We Offer:
- Competitive hourly rates and FIFO opportunities across WA.
- 5 weeks annual leave for permanent employees.
- Recognition of service milestones and Monthly Values Champion Awards.
- Employee Referral Program offering a $2,500 bonus for both the referring employee and successful candidate.
- Long-term, ongoing projects offering stability and career security.
- A supportive team environment and great company culture.
- Employee wellbeing program for you and your immediate family, including confidential counselling and mental health support.
- Employee benefits platform offering discounts on shopping, travel, vehicles, health insurance and everyday expenses.
- Ongoing training, development and career progression opportunities.
What You'll Do:
- Operate T45/Top Hammer drill rigs to meet production targets.
- Follow drilling plans, patterns and site specifications.
- Conduct pre-start inspections and routine rig maintenance.
- Work safely and efficiently alongside the Drill & Blast team.
- Comply with all site safety procedures and company policies.
What You Bring:
- Production drilling experience within mining operations.
- Full driver's licence (HR desirable).
- Strong safety focus and a reliable work ethic.
- Clean National Police Clearance.
Who We Are:
BWE Drilling is a leading provider of specialised drilling services across Australia's mining, exploration and construction sectors. With nearly 300 employees across WA, NT and QLD, we continue to grow through our three specialist divisions: Drill & Blast, Exploration and Waterwell.
Our Business Units:
- BWE Drilling – Drill & Blast: Delivering production drilling and specialised blasting services across mining and civil projects.
- BWE Drilling – Exploration: Providing Air Core, Reverse Circulation and Diamond Drilling services across greenfield and brownfield exploration projects. Specialising in water bore drilling and well services for local government and Tier 1 mining clients.
Blast Hole Driller employer: BWE Drilling
BWE Drilling offers competitive hourly rates, five weeks of annual leave for permanent employees, and a supportive culture with training and career progression opportunities. The company prioritizes employee wellbeing through programs that include confidential counselling and mental health support, along with an employee benefits platform offering discounts on various services. With long-term projects and a commitment to safety, BWE Drilling provides stability and job security for its workforce.
