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Drilling Assistant - NZ FIFO

Trademe

Company

Job typeFull-time
Workplace typeOnsite
Experience levelNo experience limit
Education levelNo degree limit

Description

Summary: This role offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience and develop practical skills in drilling operations within the mining industry. Highlights: 1. Opportunity to get into the Mining Industry 2. Be part of a growing sector with long-term career pathways 3. Work alongside industry professionals and develop practical skills * Opportunity to get into the Mining Industry * Opportunity to work across multiple locations in New Zealand * First intake January 18 Drilling Assistant - NZ FIFO Tō kamupene hou | Your new company We're on the lookout for Drilling Assistants to join the team across multiple mine sites in New Zealand. This is your chance to gain hands-on experience, build valuable skills, and take the first step toward a rewarding career in mining. You will be working on 2 weeks on, 1 week off the roster with all travel, food & accommodation will be provided for you. ***What's on Offer*** * Opportunity: Be part of a growing sector with long-term career pathways * All-inclusive package: Travel, meals, and accommodation fully provided * Experience: Work alongside industry professionals and develop practical skills in drilling operations * Opportunity to work across multiple locations in New Zealand * Permanent opportunity ***Tō tūranga hou | Your new role*** * Assist the driller with rods * Assist with setting up, dismantling & moving drill rigs. * Remove/clean core samples * Presentation of core samples * Assist in daily pre-starts * Monitor & maintain fuel/oil levels * Routine maintenance on rigs * Clean drill rigs, vehicles, equipment & tools * Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers ***Ngā uara me ngā pūkenga e angitu ai koe | What you'll need to succeed*** * Full driver's license & able to drive a manual * NZ Citizen or Permanent Resident (no work visas) * Previous trades experience * Clean criminal history check * Strong H&S standards * Must be happy to work away from home for up to 2 weeks at a time * Must be able to lift over 23kg * Open to working day or night shifts ***Ngā hua ka whiwhi i a koe | What you'll get in return*** * Competitive hourly rate * Travel to and from the site provided * Accommodation & food supplied ***Sounds like you? APPLY NOW, or send your cv to Venizze.bruzo@hays.net.nz and call 021 967 565***

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