ANZSCO 712211

Driller

Assembles, positions and operates drilling rigs and related equipment for exploration or to extract ore, liquids or gases from the earth.

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Main tasks

  • Operates drill rigs and related equipment to facilitate subsurface exploration and extraction of ore, liquids or gases
  • Monitors drilling operations and adjusts equipment as necessary
  • Inspects and maintains drilling equipment and tools
  • Records drilling data and maintains accurate records
  • Tests and evaluates drill samples to determine the composition of extracted material
  • May supervise and direct the work of Driller's Offsiders

Specialisations

Blast Hole DrillerDiamond DrillerDirectional DrillerExploration DrillerJumbo OperatorRig Manager

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