Experienced Driller

The Opportunity

Pointe Engineering is looking for an experienced Geotechnical Driller to join our team on specialist slope stabilisation and ground improvement projects in North Queensland.

We work across major infrastructure and civil projects, using specialist drilling and grouting techniques to stabilise challenging ground conditions.

If you have experience operating geotechnical drilling equipment and want to work with an experienced team on challenging projects, we'd love to hear from you.

What's on Offer?

• FIFO roster: 2 weeks on, 1 week off.
• Competitive hourly rates based on experience.
• Casual employment.
• Work on specialist drilling and slope stabilisation projects.
• Join a growing company with an experienced, hands-on team.

About the Role

You'll operate specialist drilling equipment and support our ground engineering and slope stabilisation works.

Your duties will include:

• Operating excavator-mounted drilling rigs and A-frame skids.
• Undertaking top hammer (TH) and down-hole (DH) drilling.
• Drilling for soil nails, rock bolts and ground anchors.
• Supporting grouting and ground stabilisation works.
• Maintaining equipment and completing pre-start checks.
• Working closely with the crew to deliver projects safely and efficiently.
• Following site safety procedures and project requirements.

About You

To be successful, you'll have:

• Previous experience in geotechnical drilling or ground engineering.
• Experience operating specialist drilling equipment.
• Knowledge of TH and DH drilling techniques.
• Experience with soil nailing, rock bolting or ground anchors.
• A strong commitment to safety and quality.
• The ability to work well within a team.
• Availability to work FIFO on a 2:1 roster.

Experience in slope stabilisation, grouting or rope access projects will be highly regarded.

Ready to Join the Team?

If you're an experienced driller looking for your next opportunity, apply now!

We'd love to hear about your experience, the equipment you've operated and the projects you've worked on.