BWE Drilling is a leading provider of specialised drilling and blasting services to the Australian mining, exploration and construction sectors.

Through our three specialist business units - Waterwell, Drill & Blast, and Exploration - we deliver safe, efficient and reliable solutions across a wide range of project environments.

The Group employing nearly 300 people across WA, NT & QLD is experiencing robust growth nationally, driven by long‑term client relationships, operational capability and a commitment to safety and performance.

Our Business Units

BWE Drilling - Drill & Blast

Our Drill & Blast division delivers full production drilling and specialised blasting services across mining and civil projects. Services are designed to achieve high productivity while minimising impact on surrounding environments and active operations.

BWE Drilling - Exploration

Our Exploration division is an established drilling contractor supporting exploration and mining programs with Air Core, Reverse Circulation and Diamond Drilling services. The team works across diverse greenfield and brownfield projects in Australia.

Our Waterwell division specialises in water bore drilling and well services, operating across local government and Tier 1 mining clients in Australia. Projects range from mine‑site water supply to deep artesian bore drilling.

Job Description

We're Hiring Across Multiple Divisions

Whether you're already working in mining, drilling, heavy industry, agriculture, construction or civil, we'd love to hear from experienced people interested in joining:

Operate modern production drill rigs across major mining projects throughout Western Australia and Northern Territory.





Drill Fitters (Heavy Diesel Trade qualified)

Maintain and repair a fleet of drilling equipment while working alongside experienced operations teams. Epiroc experience or similar required.

Work on specialised water bore and water infrastructure projects supporting mining and regional communities.

Support exploration drilling operations across diverse projects and locations throughout Australia.

Why FIFO?

Imagine earning a strong Australian mining salary while only working half the year.

Our 2:2 roster means:

Work 2 weeks, then enjoy 2 weeks off
FIFO travel provided from major NZ cities
More quality time with your whanau and friends
Time for hunting, fishing, boating and travel
Ongoing roster and work-life balance
Earn $$ AUD plus 12% superannuation

Many of our team choose FIFO because it gives them the lifestyle they simply can't get from traditional full‑time work.

Why Join BWE Drilling?

We're proud to be one of Australia's leading drilling contractors, delivering services across our three divisions:

- Drill & Blast
- Exploration

Unlike many drilling businesses, our diverse operations create genuine long‑term career pathways across multiple disciplines.

We offer:

Competitive rates and excellent earning potential





Flights provided from New Zealand major cities

Long‑term projects and job security

Excellent working conditions and well‑maintained fleet

Training and development opportunities

Career progression across multiple drilling divisions

Supportive team environmentwith people who genuinely care

Employee wellbeing initiatives, reward and recognition programs

Who We're Looking For

We're seeking experienced:

- Drill Fitters

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

- Strong commitment to safety
- Mining, drilling or heavy industry experience
- Ability to work within a team environment
- Strong work ethic, proactive and reliable
- Commitment to high performance and quality work
- Eager to work a mining roster - 12 hour days on a 2 weeks on 2 weeks off cycle
- Ability to pass a medical and regular drug & alcohol screening
- Able to provide a current Police Clearance
- Unrestricted driver's licence

Why Join Us?

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That's why we invest in creating a workplace where employees feel valued, recognised and supported. With secure long‑term projects, industry‑leading benefits, a strong team culture and a genuine commitment to employee wellbeing, you'll have the opportunity to build a rewarding and lasting career with us.

Join a team where your contribution matters and your success is celebrated.

BWE Drilling are committed to building and maintaining a workforce which has a culture of inclusion, diversity and respect. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage applications from people from diverse backgrounds.

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