Job Title
Class 2 Water Well Driller

Company
Our Client – Established Australian Drilling Contractor

Location
Australia Wide – Field-Based Drilling Operations

Employment Type
Full-Time

Reporting Line
Reports to the designated Supervisor / Manager in accordance with the Company's organisational structure.

Position Overview

Our Client is seeking an experienced and safety-focused Class 2 Water Well Driller to join its drilling operations across Australia.

The successful candidate must hold a valid Class 2 Water Well Driller's Licence and have practical experience operating drilling rigs and managing day-to-day field drilling activities.

This is a hands-on drilling position responsible for the safe, efficient and productive operation of a single drilling rig, including field operations, equipment management, crew coordination, client liaison, safety compliance and operational reporting.

The role requires a technically competent Driller who can work independently in field environments, lead by example, maintain high safety standards and ensure drilling activities are completed in accordance with company procedures, client requirements and operational schedules.

The successful candidate will also be responsible for mentoring junior crew members, supporting equipment maintenance and promoting the Company's safety culture and professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

Water Well Drilling & Field Operations

- Operate and manage a single drilling rig, ensuring safe, effective and productive field operations.

- Conduct water well drilling activities in accordance with applicable licence conditions,



company procedures and project requirements.

- Take responsibility for day-to-day field operations and drilling rig activities.

- Ensure drilling production and productivity targets are maintained in accordance with schedules established by management.

- Coordinate the loading and unloading of drilling equipment, tools and materials before and after drilling contracts.

- Monitor drilling activities and maintain operational standards throughout each project.

- Utilise drilling equipment, technologies and reporting systems to meet company and client expectations.

- Identify operational issues and implement appropriate corrective actions within the scope of responsibility.

Drilling Equipment & Maintenance

- Monitor drilling rig condition, equipment performance and operational readiness.

- Conduct required equipment inspections and pre-start checks.

- Identify and report equipment faults, defects and maintenance requirements.

- Communicate maintenance schedules and equipment issues accurately to management and workshop personnel.

- Coordinate with the workshop and external service providers where required.

- Ensure drilling equipment, vehicles,



plant and associated tools are operated in accordance with company procedures.

- Maintain appropriate housekeeping and equipment care standards.

Safety, Health & Environmental Compliance

- Comply with the Company's Environment, Safety and Health Management System (ESHMS).

- Follow applicable Asset Management and Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.

- Lead by example in promoting a strong safety culture across drilling operations.

- Complete required safety documentation, including:

- Drilling rig and vehicle induction checklists.

- Safe Work Procedure (SWP) documentation.

- Plant and equipment induction checklists.

- Pre-start inspections and reporting schedules.

- Other applicable ESHMS documentation.

- Support incident reporting, investigations and implementation of corrective actions.

- Facilitate emergency preparedness and ensure crews understand relevant emergency procedures.

- Promote ongoing compliance with company safety policies through leadership, communication, training and regular audits.

- Maintain safe working conditions and encourage proactive hazard identification and risk management.

Crew Leadership, Training & Development

- Provide operational direction and guidance to drilling crew members.

- Mentor and train junior drilling personnel in accordance with company instructions.

- Support the completion of company training, competency assessments and client onboarding requirements.

- Promote professional standards relating to personal presentation, work performance, competency and following in

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