FIFO Driller Offsiders (HR Licence Preferred) – QLD Roles | $100K+ Year 1

HR licence holders are being fast-tracked - limited spots available across Queensland.

If you’ve worked in labouring, construction, or trades, this is your chance to step straight into drilling with full training, strong pay, and a clear pathway to $180K-$200K+.

Join Aston’s Driller Offsider JobFit™ Challenge and break into mining with leading drilling contractors across QLD.

What You’ll Earn

• $41-$45/hr + super + penalties
• $100K-$120K+ in your first year
• Promotion to Trainee Driller within 12 months
• Long-term earning potential up to $180K-$200K+

Clear Career Pathway

• Year 1: Offsider - $100K+
• Year 2: Trainee - $120K+
• Year 3: Driller L1 - $140K+
• Year 4: Driller L2 - $160K+
• Year 5: Driller L3 - $180K+

Why This Role Stands Out

• HR licence holders highly sought after (priority placement)
• Full training provided - no drilling experience needed
• FIFO & local rosters: 5:2 | 7:7 | 2:1 | 4:2
• Work across underground, exploration & blast drilling
• Immediate starts available across QLD

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assisting with rig setup, operation & maintenance
• Handling drill rods, tooling and core samples
• Supporting sampling and daily drilling tasks
• Maintaining site safety, cleanliness and equipment

What You’ll Need

• Strong labouring or hands-on experience
• Physically fit and resilient
• Manual licence required (HR licence highly regarded)
• Ability to pass medical, police & D&A checks
• Strong mechanical aptitude & safety mindset
• Australian working rights

Why People Jump On This

• High-paying mining career with real progression
• Entry-level pathway with full support and training
• Work with top-tier drilling companies
• Long-term, stable career - not just a job

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