Geotechnical Driller

MK Drilling is seeking to employ an experienced Geotechnical Driller.

We are a local Sunshine Coast family owned geotechnical, and water bore drilling company operating throughout Australia. Working on private, civil & government contracts.

Due to increased workloads and continued expansion, we are looking for a Geotechnical Driller to meet with our client demands.

Working on modern, extremely well-maintained rigs and support equipment.

Above award rate and unique bonus system once probation period completed.

Career progression is encouraged and national accreditation provided.

MK Drilling is based in Coolum Beach on the Sunshine Coast servicing all QLD.

Applicants MUST live on Sunshine Coast; this is NOT a FIFO role.

To be considered for the role you MUST have.

• HR truck licence
• the ability to comply with company safety policies
• Work well in a young team environment
• Cert 111 Drilling
• Competent in Auger, Rotary Mud, Rotary Air, Diamond Coring ( NMLC, HQ3, PQ3)
• Be willing to work away (majority of work is local but will sometimes be required to work in remote areas)
• Construction white card
• Be able to pass medical/drug screen
• Good mechanical aptitude

Candidates that have the following will be more desired

• Class 1 drillers licence QLD
• experience operating Hanjin & hydrapower Scouts
• RIW Card
• Standard 11
• experience drilling production water bores

 We are a geotechnical drilling contractor that occasionally conduct geotechnical drilling inside mine sites.

 Majority of our work is local based but some weekend work and working away will be required (project specific).

Successful applicants will be required to undergo drug/alcohol screening prior to employment

If you have a can-do attitude and feel you would be a good fit, send a cover letter telling us why.