Underground Entry-level Driller's Offsider (Drillers Assistant / Trainee Driller) job at True Resources
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Underground Entry-level Driller's Offsider (Drillers Assistant / Trainee Driller)
2026-05-27T10:52:43+00:00
True Resources
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FULL_TIME
Perth
Perth WA
2000
Australia
Professional Services
Energy & Mining, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Construction
AUD
MONTH
2026-06-11T17:00:00+00:00
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About the job

Ready to Go Underground?

Are you ready for an adventure, looking for a change of scenery and motivated to build a long-term career with some of the biggest names in mining? Then it might be time to join Western Australia's booming mining industry!

We aim to build the next generation of Drillers, Supervisors and Ops Managers with you... if you're ready to learn, grow and lead.

Our underground entry level role will enable you to learn new skills, build life-long friendships, and earn serious money as an Underground Entry-level Driller's Offsider (Drillers Assistant / Trainee Driller).

Keep in mind that this role is the most demanding job in the resources industry, but well-worth the challenge if you're up for it.

Here Are The Essentials You Can Expect

  • Excellent base salary + bonuses and super.
  • Healthy and tasty meals are cooked and provided for you every day.
  • 2:1 manageable FIFO shifts out of Perth, WA or Brisbane, QLD.
  • Comfortable accommodation.
  • Relocation support.
  • Career longevity and financial stability.
  • Our team's support and guidance.
  • Uniforms and PPE provided.
  • And more.

Once on-site, you will learn from the best Drillers, work for some of the most recognisable names in mining, and build life-long connections while enjoying incredible rates + performance bonuses and super!

Our team will go above and beyond to support you during this transition into the resources sector!

What Is Expected Of You On The Job

  • Listen to the Driller and follow their guidance
  • Conducting daily pre-start equipment checks
  • Completing necessary safety paperwork and processes
  • Assisting with routine rig / machine / equipment / tool maintenance and cleaning
  • Loading and unloading heavy vehicles
  • Assist in set up / dismantle / move rigs and associated equipment
  • Manual Handling of drill rods, sample bags, core trays etc
  • Other duties as required

To be successful, you must have and provide:

  • Manual C class licence with no restrictions
  • Must currently reside in Western Australia
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment medical
  • Clean National Police Record from within the last 3 months
  • Australian Citizenship or Permanent Resident
  • White Card
  • A solid commitment to safety
  • Working at heights and 4WD ticket (not required, but highly regarded)
  • Mechanical aptitude, strong problem-solving skills and ability to think on your feet
  • Be willing to put in the hard yards in training.
  • Listen to the Driller and follow their guidance
  • Conducting daily pre-start equipment checks
  • Completing necessary safety paperwork and processes
  • Assisting with routine rig / machine / equipment / tool maintenance and cleaning
  • Loading and unloading heavy vehicles
  • Assist in set up / dismantle / move rigs and associated equipment
  • Manual Handling of drill rods, sample bags, core trays etc
  • Other duties as required
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to think on your feet
  • Solid commitment to safety
  • Manual C class licence with no restrictions
  • Must currently reside in Western Australia
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment medical
  • Clean National Police Record from within the last 3 months
  • Australian Citizenship or Permanent Resident
  • White Card
  • Working at heights and 4WD ticket (not required, but highly regarded)
high school
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Vacancy title:
Underground Entry-level Driller's Offsider (Drillers Assistant / Trainee Driller)

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Professional Services, Category: Energy & Mining, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, Construction]

Jobs at:
True Resources

Deadline of this Job:
Thursday, June 11 2026

Duty Station:
Perth | Perth WA

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, May 27 2026, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

About the job

Ready to Go Underground?

Are you ready for an adventure, looking for a change of scenery and motivated to build a long-term career with some of the biggest names in mining? Then it might be time to join Western Australia's booming mining industry!

We aim to build the next generation of Drillers, Supervisors and Ops Managers with you... if you're ready to learn, grow and lead.

Our underground entry level role will enable you to learn new skills, build life-long friendships, and earn serious money as an Underground Entry-level Driller's Offsider (Drillers Assistant / Trainee Driller).

Keep in mind that this role is the most demanding job in the resources industry, but well-worth the challenge if you're up for it.

Here Are The Essentials You Can Expect

  • Excellent base salary + bonuses and super.
  • Healthy and tasty meals are cooked and provided for you every day.
  • 2:1 manageable FIFO shifts out of Perth, WA or Brisbane, QLD.
  • Comfortable accommodation.
  • Relocation support.
  • Career longevity and financial stability.
  • Our team's support and guidance.
  • Uniforms and PPE provided.
  • And more.

Once on-site, you will learn from the best Drillers, work for some of the most recognisable names in mining, and build life-long connections while enjoying incredible rates + performance bonuses and super!

Our team will go above and beyond to support you during this transition into the resources sector!

What Is Expected Of You On The Job

  • Listen to the Driller and follow their guidance
  • Conducting daily pre-start equipment checks
  • Completing necessary safety paperwork and processes
  • Assisting with routine rig / machine / equipment / tool maintenance and cleaning
  • Loading and unloading heavy vehicles
  • Assist in set up / dismantle / move rigs and associated equipment
  • Manual Handling of drill rods, sample bags, core trays etc
  • Other duties as required

To be successful, you must have and provide:

  • Manual C class licence with no restrictions
  • Must currently reside in Western Australia
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment medical
  • Clean National Police Record from within the last 3 months
  • Australian Citizenship or Permanent Resident
  • White Card
  • A solid commitment to safety
  • Working at heights and 4WD ticket (not required, but highly regarded)
  • Mechanical aptitude, strong problem-solving skills and ability to think on your feet
  • Be willing to put in the hard yards in training.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: high school

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Job Info
Job Category: Energy jobs in Australia
Job Type: Full-time
Deadline of this Job: Thursday, June 11 2026
Duty Station: Perth | Perth WA
Posted: 27-05-2026
No of Jobs: 1
Start Publishing: 27-05-2026
Stop Publishing (Put date of 2030): 10-10-2076
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