Offsider
Ventia is on the lookout for Drilling Offsiders to join our exceptional operations team at Olympic Dam on a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off roster. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a rewarding career with one of Australia’s leading infrastructure service providers. You’ll be working on challenging and rewarding projects that offer valuable experience and career progression. Flights (return from Adelaide to Roxby Downs), accommodation, and meals are provided while on-site during your shift.
If you’re passionate about the mining and drilling industry and have a strong work ethic, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in rig operations, including machinery handling, rig moves, and equipment setup to support efficient drilling activities.
- Safely operate machinery and vehicles, conduct prestart checks, and ensure safe transportation of equipment to and from site.
- Ensure adherence to all safety protocols on-site, including wearing appropriate PPE and actively contributing to toolbox meetings.
- Load and unload trucks, ensuring correct weight distribution, securing loads properly, and operating forklifts safely.
- Support equipment maintenance tasks, including sharpening drill bits and assisting with machinery upkeep for operational efficiency.
About you:
- Hold a current HR driver’s licence (preferably synchro/unrestricted) (essential)
- Additional tickets/qualifications: First Aid, Forklift, Front End Loader, WAH, and Cert II in Drilling Operations. (highly regarded)
- Previous labouring/offsider experience and strong mechanical aptitude.
- A strong focus on safety and experience following safety protocols.
- Physically fit and comfortable in a hands-on, physically demanding role.
- Reliable, punctual, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
- Willing to complete pre-employment checks that include (but are not limited to): in-clinic medical (including drug and alcohol testing), police check and reference checks.
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
How to apply
Click Apply and forward your CV outlining your relevant experience.
Position Reference Number: 161610
Ventia is on the lookout for Drilling Offsiders to join our exceptional operations team at Olympic Dam on a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off roster. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a rewarding career with one of Australia’s leading infrastructure service providers. You’ll be working on challenging and rewarding projects that offer valuable experience and career progression. Flights (return from Adelaide to Roxby Downs), accommodation, and meals are provided while on-site during your shift.
If you’re passionate about the mining and drilling industry and have a strong work ethic, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in rig operations, including machinery handling, rig moves, and equipment setup to support efficient drilling activities.
- Safely operate machinery and vehicles, conduct prestart checks, and ensure safe transportation of equipment to and from site.
- Ensure adherence to all safety protocols on-site, including wearing appropriate PPE and actively contributing to toolbox meetings.
- Load and unload trucks, ensuring correct weight distribution, securing loads properly, and operating forklifts safely.
- Support equipment maintenance tasks, including sharpening drill bits and assisting with machinery upkeep for operational efficiency.
About you:
- Hold a current HR driver’s licence (preferably synchro/unrestricted) (essential)
- Additional tickets/qualifications: First Aid, Forklift, Front End Loader, WAH, and Cert II in Drilling Operations. (highly regarded)
- Previous labouring/offsider experience and strong mechanical aptitude.
- A strong focus on safety and experience following safety protocols.
- Physically fit and comfortable in a hands-on, physically demanding role.
- Reliable, punctual, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
- Willing to complete pre-employment checks that include (but are not limited to): in-clinic medical (including drug and alcohol testing), police check and reference checks.
About Ventia
Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.
Diversity
Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.
How to apply
Click Apply and forward your CV outlining your relevant experience.
Position Reference Number: 161610
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