Start Your Career in Drilling - No Experience Required
Looking for a career that's hands-on, challenging and takes you places?
Legion Drilling is looking for an
Entry-Level Driller's Offsider
to join our growing team.
You don't need previous drilling experience. We're looking for someone who is hands-on, mechanically minded, reliable and willing to learn. If you enjoy working with machinery, being outdoors and aren't afraid of hard work, we'll provide the training and experience to help you build a long-term career in drilling.
This is an opportunity to get your foot in the door of the drilling industry and work your way towards becoming a qualified Driller.
About Legion Drilling
Legion Drilling is a specialist Environmental, Geotechnical and Sonic drilling contractor operating across Australia.
Our work takes us from metropolitan construction sites to remote locations around the country. No two jobs are the same, and you'll have the opportunity to work with experienced drillers while learning the trade from the ground up.
The Role
As a Driller's Offsider, you'll work alongside our experienced drilling crews and learn all aspects of drilling operations.
Your day-to-day work will include:
Assisting the Driller with drilling operations
Setting up and packing down drilling equipment
Handling drilling rods, tools and equipment
Operating and maintaining equipment under supervision
General manual and labouring duties
Assisting with site preparation and clean-up
Learning how drilling rigs and associated machinery operate
Following safety procedures and site requirements
Working as part of a small,
tight-knit crew
This is a hands-on role. You'll be working outdoors, getting your hands dirty and learning something new every day.
What We're Looking For
You
don't need drilling experience
– we're more interested in your attitude and potential.
We're looking for someone who:
Is mechanically minded and enjoys working with machinery
Is practical and hands-on
Has a strong work ethic and isn't afraid of physical work
Is reliable, punctual and takes pride in their work
Is comfortable working long days when required
Is prepared to travel regularly for work
Previous experience in construction, mechanical work, machinery, landscaping, farming, trades or similar hands-on industries
s
would be an advantage, but is not essential.
What We Offer
This isn't just a labouring job – it's the start of a career.
At Legion Drilling, we invest heavily in our people and provide a structured pathway for the right person to progress from Offsider through to Driller.
You'll have the opportunity to:
Receive extensive on-the-job training
Develop practical mechanical and drilling skills
Work towards nationally recognised drilling qualifications
Travel and work across Australia
Current driver's licence
Willing and able to travel regularly, including extended periods away from home
Willing to work long days and flexible rosters
Willing to complete a pre-employment medical and drug & alcohol screening
Solid commitment to workplace health and safety
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