Queensland Drilling and Blasting Services Pty Ltd
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About the Role
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Queensland Drilling & Blasting Services (QDBS) is seeking an experienced Top Hammer Blast Hole Drill Operator to join our growing team.
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We are currently recruiting for one position across the following locations and rosters:
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- Townsville & Cairns
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- Monday- Friday
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Equipment
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You will be operating modern, well-maintained Epiroc equipment, including:
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- T40 SmartRoc (experience highly regarded)
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- T35 PowerRoc
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- T45 PowerRoc
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About You
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To be successful in this role, you will have:
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- Proven experience in quarrying or mining operations
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- Experience operating Top Hammer drill rigs (T40 SmartRoc / T35 / T45 PowerRoc)
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- Strong time management and ability to work unsupervised
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- Valuable understanding of maintenance and breakdown troubleshooting (e.g. changing hoses)
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- Clear communication skills and ability to complete paperwork
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- A proactive, reliable attitude with a strong can-do mindset
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What We Offer
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- Competitive above-award rates
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- Superannuation, sick leave & annual leave
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- Minimum 38 hours per week
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- Company light vehicle & water trailers provided
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- Flights & accommodation included (FIFO roles)
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- Travel allowance for long-distance driving
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- Meal allowance (per night)
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- Meter bonus incentives:n n
- $50 for 400m+
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- $100 for 500m+
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- Tools supplied
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- Full-time maintenance support team for major breakdowns
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Requirements
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- White Card
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- Current Driver's Licence
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- Coal Board Medical (can be arranged)
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- Ability to pass random drug and alcohol testing
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Certificate III in Drilling Operations is highly regarded but not essential.