About the Role

We are seeking experienced Underground Longhole Operators to join our production team. You will be responsible for the safe and effective operation of underground production drilling equipment to achieve daily and weekly drilling targets while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

This role suits operators who take pride in accurate drilling, clean setup, good communication, and getting metres without cutting corners.

Key Responsibilities

Operate underground longhole production drill rigs (e.g., Sandvik DL/RH series, Epiroc Simba/ITH, or similar).

Drill to agreed patterns and designs in line with the short-term mine plan.

Accurately set up rings, collar correctly, and drill to required line, grade, depth, and burden/spacing.

Complete pre-starts, inspections, and routine servicing (greasing, checking consumables, hoses, steels, etc.).

Identify and report ground conditions, hazards, and equipment defects immediately.

Maintain drill areas to a high standard (good housekeeping, bunding where required, and managing services).

Work with Survey, Charge-Up, Supervisors, and Geology to ensure pattern compliance and quality outcomes.

Complete all required documentation: pre-starts, hazard reports, defect reports, drill logs, and shift reports.

Follow site SHMS, isolation/lockout procedures, and all relevant SOPs/JHAs.





Required Skills & Experience

Proven experience operating underground longhole production drills.

Strong understanding of

ring setup and pattern accuracy drill steels and consumables ground awareness and hazard identification dealing with poor ground / water / difficult conditions

Ability to work independently and as part of a production team.

Good communication and shift handover discipline.

Licences & Qualifications (Essential)

Current National Police Clearance (or willingness to obtain)

Valid Driver’s Licence

Underground induction / relevant site competencies (or ability to obtain)

Ability to pass a pre-employment medical + drug & alcohol

Highly Regarded

Previous experience with Sandvik / Epiroc longhole rigs specifically

First Aid / High Risk tickets (WP, FL, CN, DG etc. depending on site)

Experience in tight production environments with strict QA/QC requirements

Exposure to autonomous or telemetry drilling systems (where applicable)

What We Offer

Competitive rates + consistent rosters

Strong safety culture (no theatre, just real standards)

Opportunities across multiple underground projects

Supportive operations team who understand underground work

How to Apply

Send your resume (and tickets) to: [email protected]

📌 Urgent Hiring: Experienced Underground Longhole Driller (Western Australia)
🏢 AZROC Pty
📍 Western Australia