Drilling Machine Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

Listed eleven days ago

Drillers & Drillers Offsiders

at Ozijobs

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

2:1 Roster
Excellent Rates
Long term opportunities

2:1 Roster
Excellent Rates
Long term opportunities

Multiple opportunities for experienced Drillers and Drillers Offsiders

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

11d ago

Listed six days ago

Surface Diamond Driller + Drillers Assistants

at Trimac Drilling pty ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Great Western, Ballarat & Central Highlands VIC

Above award rates
flexible rosters
Meals + Accommodation provided

Above award rates
flexible rosters
Meals + Accommodation provided

Surface Drillers Job based in Victoria

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

6d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Driller

at Programmed

This is a Contract/Temp job

Karratha, Port Hedland, Karratha & Pilbara WA

$61.65 - $65.02 p.h.

Programmed E&R are currently seeking Drillers for a long-term FIFO opportunity with Western Australia's largest magnetite operations in the Pilbara.

subClassification: Mining - Drill & BlastMining - Drill & Blast

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

13d ago

Listed three days ago

Drillers Offsider

at Broken Hill Exploration PTY LTD

Immediate start

This is a Contract/Temp job

Broken Hill, Far West & North Central NSW

Hands-on DIDO Drillers Offsider role on Aircore & RC rigs. Work with experienced crews, gain skills, and build a drilling career.

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

3d ago

Listed six days ago

Driller's Assistant / Offsider

at Trimac Drilling pty ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Great Western, Ballarat & Central Highlands VIC

Driller's assistant/Offsider Job based in Victoria

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

6d ago

Listed nine days ago

Blast Hole Drill Operator

at DRD Group Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

FIFO WA roles, 7 days on / 7 nights on / 14 days off roster
Competitive rates of pay
Temp - perm opportunities

FIFO WA roles, 7 days on / 7 nights on / 14 days off roster
Competitive rates of pay
Temp - perm opportunities

Experienced D65 Blast Hole Drillers needed to join a top tier mining company based in the Pilbara

subClassification: Mining - Drill & BlastMining - Drill & Blast

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

9d ago

Listed twelve days ago

CNC Operator

at TalentBlue

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wetherill Park, Sydney NSW

$45 - $50 per hour + Super + overtime

$45 - $50 per hour + Super + excellent overtime opportunities
Operate state-of-the-art Peddinghaus multi-spindle drill lines
Temp to Pern opportunity with a leading Wetherill Park fabrication workshop

$45 - $50 per hour + Super + excellent overtime opportunities
Operate state-of-the-art Peddinghaus multi-spindle drill lines
Temp to Pern opportunity with a leading Wetherill Park fabrication workshop

CNC Operator for Wetherill Park workshop. $45-$50/hr + Super + OT. Peddinghaus or similar CNC experience required. Apply today!

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

12d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Long Hole Driller

at LH Partners

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$80 - $85 Per Hour

Long Hole Driller - Underground Gold Mine
FIFO from anywhere in Australia (flights covered)
2 weeks on / 2 weeks off FIFO roster

Long Hole Driller - Underground Gold Mine
FIFO from anywhere in Australia (flights covered)
2 weeks on / 2 weeks off FIFO roster

Long Hole Driller | $80-$85/hr | 2/2 FIFO | Underground gold project in WA seeking experienced drillers for production stoping on Sandvik rigs.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed nineteen days ago

Blast Hole Driller

at MPI

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$60.00 to 70.00+ per hour flat

1. Money Making 2/1 roster
Established mine camp - Wet mess – Cardio & Weights gym
Weekly pay + super on all hours worked

1. Money Making 2/1 roster
Established mine camp - Wet mess – Cardio & Weights gym
Weekly pay + super on all hours worked

Are you looking for your next blast hole drilling role, offering competitive rates and a clear pathway to a permanent position.

subClassification: Mining - Drill & BlastMining - Drill & Blast

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

19d ago

Listed six days ago

Driller

at Brunel

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Esperance, Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance WA

Competitive rates

2:2 FIFO/DIDO roster with long-term project opportunities across WA
Operate modern VR-330 Directional Drilling Rig with supportive operations team
Competitive rates, site allowances, camp accommodation and meals provided

2:2 FIFO/DIDO roster with long-term project opportunities across WA
Operate modern VR-330 Directional Drilling Rig with supportive operations team
Competitive rates, site allowances, camp accommodation and meals provided

Experienced Driller required for FIFO/DIDO drilling operations across WA.

subClassification: Oil & Gas - DrillingOil & Gas - Drilling

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

6d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Blasthole Drillers

at TBS Workforce Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

FIFO Ex Perth
2:1 roster
Superannuation paid on all hours worked

FIFO Ex Perth
2:1 roster
Superannuation paid on all hours worked

Experienced Blasthole Drillers wanted to Operate & Run drill rig. Grow your career and contribute to the success of our client's Drill & Blast teams.

subClassification: Mining - Drill & BlastMining - Drill & Blast

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

12d ago

Listed five days ago

Machine Technician Traineeship

at TalentBlue

This is a Contract/Temp job

Bayswater, Melbourne VIC

No

Traineeship Program
Full-Time Hours
Located in Bayswater

Traineeship Program
Full-Time Hours
Located in Bayswater

Love tinkering and fixing things? Get paid to learn, gain a skillset & start a high-paying career. No experience needed - apply now!

subClassification: TechniciansTechnicians

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

5d ago

Listed twenty seven days ago

Driller

at Geovert

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cairns North, Cairns & Far North QLD

Competitive Rates + LAFHA

Long-term opportunities with a market leader
Hands-on work with modern drilling equipment
Work on diverse mining and Geotechnical projects

Long-term opportunities with a market leader
Hands-on work with modern drilling equipment
Work on diverse mining and Geotechnical projects

Join Geovert as a Driller! Long-term work, full training, and a safety-first team on mining & Geotechnical projects.

subClassification: Plant & Machinery OperatorsPlant & Machinery Operators

classification: Construction(Construction)

27d ago•Expiring

Listed nine days ago

Toolmaker

at Rexco People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Clovelly Park, Adelaide SA

$47 - $49 p.h.

Commencing immediately
Reputable organisation
Southern suburbs location

Commencing immediately
Reputable organisation
Southern suburbs location

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled tradesperson who thrives in a precision manufacturing environment.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

9d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Blast Hole Driller

at MPI

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

$65.00 per hour flat

Weekly pay + super on all hours worked
2/2 Roster
Amazing Camp – Gym , Wet Mess , Quality food

Weekly pay + super on all hours worked
2/2 Roster
Amazing Camp – Gym , Wet Mess , Quality food

Looking to work in the NT? We have an exciting project kicking off with a family friendly roster with flights from WA and the eastern states.

subClassification: Mining - Drill & BlastMining - Drill & Blast

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed twelve days ago

Directional Driller

at NES Fircroft

This is a Contract/Temp job

Auchenflower, Brisbane QLD

Competitive

Directional Driller contract role. BHA, real time data, wellbore steering, HSE focus, FIFO roster, oil and gas drilling operations across Australia

Recruited byCameron Anderson

subClassification: Oil & Gas - DrillingOil & Gas - Drilling

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

12d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Underground Long Hole Drillers - 2/2 & 2/1 rosters

at Taurus Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth Airport, Perth WA

Casual Flat rate $100 p/h ($1200 p/s) + super

Atlas Simba Long Hole exp essential.
FIFO Perth - interstate welcome to apply
14/14 (day shift only and day/nights) & 14/7 rosters

Atlas Simba Long Hole exp essential.
FIFO Perth - interstate welcome to apply
14/14 (day shift only and day/nights) & 14/7 rosters

Experienced UG Long Hole Drillers are required for Temp to Perm roles. Top $ rates on offer. Must have Atlas Simba experience.

subClassification: Mining - OperationsMining - Operations

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

16d ago

Listed five days ago

Machine Operator

at Fuse Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Yatala, Gold Coast QLD

AUD 30 - 37 per hour

Immediate Start!
Ongoing Work!
Long Term opportunities!

Immediate Start!
Ongoing Work!
Long Term opportunities!

Multiple Vacancies to join our growing Team in Yatala!

subClassification: Warehousing, Storage & DistributionWarehousing, Storage & Distribution

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

5d ago

Listed twenty six days ago

Driller

at Techforce Personnel Pty.

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Flexible Rosters - 2:1, 4:2, or 2:2
Diverse Projects - RC, AC, Diamond, Water Bore, Conventional drillin
FIFO/DIDO options

Flexible Rosters - 2:1, 4:2, or 2:2
Diverse Projects - RC, AC, Diamond, Water Bore, Conventional drillin
FIFO/DIDO options

We're looking for skilled Drillers to join our high-performing clients across Western Australia.

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

26d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

RC & Diamond Drillers | 2/1 or 2/2 Roster

at Protech Mining & Maintenance

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

2/1 & 2/2 Roster | Various Sites | Competitive Pay Rates | Weekly Pay | Super on all hours

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

3d ago

Listed twelve days ago

CNC/ Manual Machinist

at Zenith Search

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canning Vale, Perth WA

$50 - $57.5 p.h. + Immediate starts available

$57.50PH + penalties with overtime opportunities available
Long-term employment with permanent opportunities after probation
Afternoon shift lifestyle roster - Monday to Friday with early Friday finish

$57.50PH + penalties with overtime opportunities available
Long-term employment with permanent opportunities after probation
Afternoon shift lifestyle roster - Monday to Friday with early Friday finish

Experienced CNC Machinists wanted for afternoon shift in Canning Vale. $57.50PH + penalties and long-term work!

Recruited byOllie Phelan

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

12d ago

Listed eleven days ago

Blast Hole Drillers | FIFO Perth | Gold Mining

at IronMerge Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

FIFO from Perth across WA gold mining operations
2/1 & 2/2 rosters with multiple positions available
Top hammer blast hole rig experience essential

FIFO from Perth across WA gold mining operations
2/1 & 2/2 rosters with multiple positions available
Top hammer blast hole rig experience essential

IronMerge is seeking experienced Blast Hole Drillers for FIFO opportunities across WA gold mining operations. These roles suit open pit drillers with

Recruited byMartyn Hill

subClassification: Mining - Drill & BlastMining - Drill & Blast

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

11d ago

Listed nine days ago

Entry Level Driller's Offsider

at LH Partners

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

$120,000 - $140,000 + Super on all hours

Get training, support, and work with industry-leading companies.
Earn nationally recognized qualifications and start your FIFO career.
Earn six figures in your first year in a challenging, rewarding role.

Get training, support, and work with industry-leading companies.
Earn nationally recognized qualifications and start your FIFO career.
Earn six figures in your first year in a challenging, rewarding role.

Entry level FIFO Driller's Offsider role. Physically demanding work, 2/1 roster, Perth based. Build a long term career in drilling. Bullet Points

Recruited byPhoebe McKiernan

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

9d ago

Listed four days ago

Process Technicians

at Chandler Macleod

This is a Contract/Temp job

Gladstone, Gladstone & Central QLD

AUD 43 - 44 per hour

Hands-on role supporting aluminium smelter production
Physically demanding work in hot, high-risk environments
Strong safety and process focus

Hands-on role supporting aluminium smelter production
Physically demanding work in hot, high-risk environments
Strong safety and process focus

Process Technician role in aluminium smelter; hands-on, physically demanding work supporting safe, continuous production on reduction lines.

subClassification: LabourersLabourers

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

4d ago

Listed five days ago

Gold Room Operator

at DRA Pacific Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Townsville, Northern QLD

8/6 Roster | Dayshift Only
Play a Hands-On Role in Mount Carlton’s Next Chapter
ASAP Start for the right candidate!

8/6 Roster | Dayshift Only
Play a Hands-On Role in Mount Carlton’s Next Chapter
ASAP Start for the right candidate!

Strike gold with DRA at Mt Carlton! Join our team, be part of a entering steady-state ops, and help shape the next chapter of this exciting operation.

subClassification: Mining - ProcessingMining - Processing

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

5d ago

Listed twenty three days ago

Machine Operator

at DTG TALENT SOLUTIONS PTY LTD

This is a Contract/Temp job

South Nowra, Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW

Immediate start available.
Monday to Friday hours.
Friendly, safe, and supportive team environmentl

Immediate start available.
Monday to Friday hours.
Friendly, safe, and supportive team environmentl

We are looking for a motivated and reliable CNC Operator to join our client's production team based in South Nowra, NSW.

subClassification: Machine OperatorsMachine Operators

classification: Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics(Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics)

23d ago•Expiring

Listed five days ago

Drilling Field Technician FIFO

at Talent – Specialists in tech, transformation & beyond

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Competitive rate on offer

FIFO 8/6 Swing
June 2026 start
6 months + 6 month contracts

FIFO 8/6 Swing
June 2026 start
6 months + 6 month contracts

Join a hands-on field-based role supporting drilling and sampling operations, coordinating the end-to-end sample process from drill rig to laboratory

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

5d ago

Listed nine days ago

Tool Pusher

at Brunel

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Esperance, Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance WA

Competitive remuneration

Leadership opportunity overseeing drilling crews across WA operations
Stable 2:2 FIFO/DIDO roster with long-term project pipeline
Competitive remuneration, site allowances, and supportive management team

Leadership opportunity overseeing drilling crews across WA operations
Stable 2:2 FIFO/DIDO roster with long-term project pipeline
Competitive remuneration, site allowances, and supportive management team

Experienced Toolpusher required for FIFO/DIDO drilling operations across WA.

subClassification: Mining - Drill & BlastMining - Drill & Blast

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Blast Hole Driller

at Scotford Fennessy Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

2/1 roster on offer.
Temp to permanent opportunity.
Great camp facilities, culture & dry mess.

2/1 roster on offer.
Temp to permanent opportunity.
Great camp facilities, culture & dry mess.

Opportunities spread across WA with different locations in Gold Fields & Pilbara. 2/1 Roster option and pay rate from $60-70 p/h. FIFO ex Perth

Recruited byDaisy Mills

subClassification: Mining - Drill & BlastMining - Drill & Blast

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

2d ago

Listed twelve days ago

Machinist

at ARG Workforce

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wacol, Brisbane QLD

Up to $55ph + Penalties & Super

Experienced Manual Machinist wanted in Wacol. Stable workshop role operating manual machines. Apply now for an immediate start.

subClassification: Fitters, Turners & MachinistsFitters, Turners & Machinists

classification: Trades & Services(Trades & Services)

12d ago

Listed six days ago

Drillers Offsider (Assistant) | FIFO from Perth | Exploration Roles

at True Resources

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Highly competitive hourly rates
Work with a top-tier mining companies and industry leading teams
2:1 FIFO roster from Perth, WA with manageable and consistent swings

Highly competitive hourly rates
Work with a top-tier mining companies and industry leading teams
2:1 FIFO roster from Perth, WA with manageable and consistent swings

True Resources is now seeking exploration Driller's Offsiders for exciting projects across Western Australia. 👷✈️ 💰

subClassification: Mining - Exploration & GeoscienceMining - Exploration & Geoscience

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

6d ago

Listed six days ago

Tool Pusher

at Brunel

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Esperance, Kalgoorlie, Goldfields & Esperance WA

Competitive remuneration

Leadership opportunity overseeing drilling crews across WA operations
Stable 2:2 FIFO/DIDO roster with long-term project pipeline
Competitive remuneration, site allowances, and supportive management team

Leadership opportunity overseeing drilling crews across WA operations
Stable 2:2 FIFO/DIDO roster with long-term project pipeline
Competitive remuneration, site allowances, and supportive management team

Experienced Toolpusher required for FIFO/DIDO drilling operations across WA.

subClassification: Oil & Gas - DrillingOil & Gas - Drilling

classification: Mining, Resources & Energy(Mining, Resources & Energy)

6d ago

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