Driller / Drilling Offsider

Driller / Drilling Offsider

South Western Drilling Pty Ltd is a reputable drilling company with over 29 years of industry experience, undertaking geotechnical and environmental projects throughout Australia. We are seeking an experienced Driller / Drilling Offsider to join our full-time team. Applicants with experience in Sonic, Geotechnical, or Environmental drilling, comfortable operating rigs and directing site activities, are encouraged to apply. South Western Drilling is recognised for its professionalism, reliability, and quality project execution, and we are looking for an individual who shares this commitment to their work.

About the Roles

• Operate and maintain Sonic and/or conventional geotechnical and environmental drilling rigs.
• Lead daily site operations and supervise offsiders.
• Collaborate with consultants, engineers, and site personnel.
• Maintain equipment and resolve mechanical issues.
• Execute projects safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.
• Complete digital field reporting and job documentation.

This position requires regular work away from home, including regional and interstate travel.

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrated experience operating drilling rigs (Sonic, geotechnical, or environmental).
• Experience as an Offsider and a desire to progress towards a Driller role.
• MR or HR Licence.
• Construction White Card.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Technical proficiency and comfort using app-based field reporting systems.
• Ability to pass regular drug and alcohol screening.
• Possess reliability, a safety-first approach, and professionalism.

Highly Regarded

• Experience operating non-synchromesh vehicles.
• Class 2 Drillers Licence (VIC or interstate equivalent).
• Certificate III in Drilling Operations.
• Experience in both environmental and geotechnical investigations.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary range of $80,000 – $110,000 per year, based on experience.
• Overtime and travel allowances.
• Employer-funded training and upskilling opportunities.
• A stable, long-term opportunity with consistent workflow.
• A supportive and practical team environment.

This is an onsite, full-time role. It is not a FIFO rostered position.

To apply, please submit your application via SEEK or email your resume directly to acc•••••@southwesterndrilling.com.au. All enquiries will be handled with confidentiality.