At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist drillers in safe and efficient drilling operations while maintaining equipment.
- Company: Join a leading mining company with a strong focus on teamwork and safety.
- Benefits: FIFO roles, competitive pay, weekly earnings, and nationally recognised training.
- Other info: Great progression from Offsider to Trainee to Driller in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Kickstart your mining career with real opportunities for growth and development.
- Qualifications: Must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident with a strong work ethic.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
Entry-level FIFO Drillers' Offsiders neededs. Start your mining career!
- 08th October, 2026
- DRILLER'S OFFSIDER
Looking for a Driller's Offsider ready to earn a real start in mining through drilling.
This is a FIFO role with roster options, based on sites across the country.
Drilling is hard, dirty, remote and physically demanding - one of the toughest jobs in the resources industry.
The right candidate will have the attitude and work ethic to match, and we'll make sure they find a crew that backs them.
- What this role can lead to
- Nationally recognised training (Cert II/III in Drilling Operations)
- Strong earnings from the start
- A genuine entry point into mining through drilling
- 08th October, 2026
- DRILLER'S OFFSIDER
Looking for a Driller's Offsider ready to earn a real start in mining through drilling.
This is a FIFO role with roster options, based on sites across the country.
Drilling is hard, dirty, remote and physically demanding - one of the toughest jobs in the resources industry.
The right candidate will have the attitude and work ethic to match, and we'll make sure they find a crew that backs them.
- What this role can lead to
- Clear progression: Offsider to Trainee to Driller
- Nationally recognised training (Cert II/III in Drilling Operations)
- Strong earnings from the start
- A genuine entry point into mining through drilling
- What you'll be doing
- Assisting the driller with safe, efficient drilling operations
- Manual handling of rods, tools, sample bags, core trays and core samples
- Cleaning, greasing, and maintaining equipment, keeping the rig area tidy
- Loading/unloading gear and supporting rig moves, set-up and pack-down
- Completing pre-start checks and following site safety systems and paperwork
- Working as part of a crew where reliability and teamwork matter every day
- What you'll get
- FIFO roles across the country
- Roster options may include 2/1 or 4/2
- Weekly pay + super, competitive for entry level
- What you'll need
- Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Manual C Class Licence
- Strong fitness and resilience
- Safety-first attitude and ability to work in remote, challenging conditions
- Able to pass a pre-employment medical + Drug & Alcohol test
- Highly regarded
- Labour-intensive background (construction, farming, trades, military, labouring)
- White Card
- HR / HR-B licence
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Driller's Offsider in Perth employer: DownHole Recruitment
Join a leading mining company that prioritises employee growth and development, offering nationally recognised training and clear career progression from Offsider to Driller. With FIFO roles across the country, you'll enjoy competitive weekly pay and a supportive work culture that values teamwork and reliability in challenging environments. This is your chance to kickstart a rewarding career in the resources industry with strong earnings from day one.
