" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eDriller Leading Hand (Blast Hole)\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"1748\"\u003e Mining / Oil \u0026amp; Gas / Utilities \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"1749\"\u003e Drilling \u0026amp; Blast \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"1750\"\u003e Perth \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"1751\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 22/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eFIFO WA | Permanent Opportunity\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience operating Sandvik DPi1500 / DP1500 Top Hammer drills.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong-term opportunities with a growing WA contractor.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eIron Mine Contracting (IMC)\u003c/strong\u003e\u0026nbsp;is a fast-growing Western Australian civil and mining contractor, offering great opportunities for people looking to join a supportive and high-performing team. Since 2013, we\u0027ve successfully delivered major projects for Tier 1 clients across WA and, with several new large-scale civil and mining projects commencing in 2026, we\u0027re positioned for another exciting year of growth.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Role\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eReporting to the Drill \u0026amp; Blast Superintendent, we are seeking an experienced \u003cstrong\u003eLeading Hand Driller\u003c/strong\u003e to join our Drill \u0026amp; Blast team. You will lead by example while safely operating production drills, mentoring crew members, and ensuring drilling activities are completed to plan, on time, and to a high standard.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKey Responsibilities\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eOperate and maintain production drill rigs safely and efficiently\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEnsure drill patterns meet design and quality requirements\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConduct inspections, servicing, and basic maintenance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTroubleshoot drilling issues and implement solutions\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMentor and support developing drillers\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComplete drill logs, pre-starts, and production reporting\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePromote strong safety and housekeeping standards\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u0026nbsp;Requirements\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eExtensive hard rock production mining experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven experience operating \u003cstrong\u003eSandvik DPi1500 / DP1500 Top Hammer drills\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong knowledge of drill pattern compliance and quality control\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious leadership or mentoring experience\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWA Dangerous Goods Security Card\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSchedule 26 (desirable)\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent Australian Driver\u0027s Licence\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCurrent National Police Clearance\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s on Offer\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompetitive hourly rate\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2:1 FIFO roster (days/nights)\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePaid flights from Perth\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePermanent full-time employment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eModern drilling fleet\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLong-term projects and job security\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCareer progression and development opportunities\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong safety culture and supportive leadership team\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReady for a Chat?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Apply with your CV today or reach out for a confidential discussion.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eShortlisting is now underway, with immediate and upcoming opportunities available.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e IMC is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eRecruitment agencies: Please do not submit unsolicited applications.\u003c/strong\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"1128975\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "