Queensland Drilling & Blasting Services Pty Ltd – Townsville QLD

Queensland Drilling and Blasting Services Pty Ltd NQ | Townsville/ Cairns

Queensland Drilling and Blasting Services Pty Ltd NQ | Townsville/ Cairns

About the Role

Queensland Drilling & Blasting Services (QDBS) is seeking an experienced Top Hammer Blast Hole Drill Operator to join our growing team.

We are currently recruiting for one position across the following locations and rosters:
Townsville & Cairns
Monday- Friday

Equipment

You will be operating up-to-date, well-maintained Epiroc equipment, including:
T40 Smart Roc (experience highly regarded)
T35 Power Roc
T45 Power Roc

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:
Proven experience in quarrying or mining operations
Experience operating Top Hammer drill rigs (T40 Smart Roc / T35 / T45 Power Roc)
Robust time management and ability to work unsupervised
Positive understanding of maintenance and breakdown troubleshooting (e.g.



changing hoses)
Clear communication skills and ability to complete paperwork
A proactive, reliable attitude with a solid can-do mindset

What We Offer
Competitive above-award rates
Superannuation, sick leave & annual leave
Minimum 38 hours per week
Company light vehicle & water trailers provided
Flights & accommodation included (FIFO roles)
Travel allowance for long-distance driving
Meal allowance (per night)
Meter bonus incentives:
$50 for 400m+
$100 for 500m+
Tools supplied
Full-time maintenance support team for major breakdowns

Requirements
White Card
Current Driver's Licence
Coal Board Medical (can be arranged)
Ability to pass random drug and alcohol testing

Certificate III in Drilling Operations is highly regarded but not essential.
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