HMR is a leading national mining contractor delivering drilling, mining, and raiseboring services across Australia. Established in 2008, we have built a strong reputation for safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.With offices in Kalgoorlie, WA and Orange, NSW, HMR is experiencing significant growth, creating exciting opportunities to join a company committed to investing in its people and expanding its national presence.  The RoleWe are hiring Surface and Underground Driller Offsiders based in Perth. Offering entry-level and experienced positions. Expect long days, heavy manual labour, dust, noise and challenging conditions. While the role is physically demanding, it offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career in the drilling industry.We offer full time positions with on-the-job training, annual performance reviews and internal career progression with competitive rates across the board.  What you’ll get2 weeks on 1 week off rosterFIFO from Perth or DIDO in KalgoorlieSurface and Underground positionsAccommodation and meals providedFull-time, permanent positionsA genuine pathway into a long-term mining careerWhat you’ll be doing?Assisting Drillers with the safe operation of diamond drill rigsCompleting manual handling tasks in challenging outdoor or underground environmentsConducting pre-start inspections and maintaining equipmentSupporting core retrieval, processing, and site housekeepingFollowing safety procedures and contributing to a positive team cultureWhat we need from you: Australian citizenship or permanent residencyAbility to pass pre-employment medical, drug & alcohol screeningPolice clearance within 6 monthsFirst Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)Manual Driver’s Licence essential (underground) / willing to obtain or have a current HR Licence (surface)Physical fitness and willingness to learn Great if you haveExperience with drill rigs, mining and FIFO workTrades, labouring, construction, farming or other hands-on work experienceHR LicenceWhy Join HMR?Permanent full-time rolesOn-the-job training and career development opportunitiesWork with new Epiroc Smart 6 mobile drill rigs & LF160 hands free surface drill rigsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) supportBe valued as more than just a numberAt HMR, our values guide everything we do, ensuring a safe and rewarding work environment.SAFETY: Zero harm, zero compromise. SERVICE: We respond quickly and deliver on our promises.RESPECT: We care for our people and communities and act with honesty.RESULTS: We exceed expectations and set industry standards Ready to Get Started?If you’re fit, reliable and ready to learn, this could be your first step into a long-term mining career. Apply now and join HMR — where safety, respect and opportunity come first.

Diamond Drill Offsider | Entry-Level & Exp Positions | Surface & Underground

HMR is a leading national mining contractor delivering drilling, mining, and raiseboring services across Australia. Established in 2008, we have built a strong reputation for safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.

With offices in Kalgoorlie, WA and Orange, NSW, HMR is experiencing significant growth, creating exciting opportunities to join a company committed to investing in its people and expanding its national presence.

 

 

The Role
We are hiring Surface and Underground Driller Offsiders based in Perth. Offering entry-level and experienced positions.

Expect long days, heavy manual labour, dust, noise and challenging conditions. While the role is physically demanding, it offers the opportunity to build a rewarding career in the drilling industry.

We offer full time positions with on-the-job training, annual performance reviews and internal career progression with competitive rates across the board.

 

 What you’ll get

  • 2 weeks on 1 week off roster
  • FIFO from Perth or DIDO in Kalgoorlie
  • Surface and Underground positions
  • Accommodation and meals provided
  • Full-time, permanent positions
  • A genuine pathway into a long-term mining career

What you’ll be doing?

  • Assisting Drillers with the safe operation of diamond drill rigs
  • Completing manual handling tasks in challenging outdoor or underground environments
  • Conducting pre-start inspections and maintaining equipment
  • Supporting core retrieval, processing, and site housekeeping
  • Following safety procedures and contributing to a positive team culture

What we need from you:

  • Australian citizenship or permanent residency
  • Ability to pass pre-employment medical, drug & alcohol screening
  • Police clearance within 6 months
  • First Aid Certificate (or willingness to obtain)
  • Manual Driver’s Licence essential (underground) / willing to obtain or have a current HR Licence (surface)
  • Physical fitness and willingness to learn

 Great if you have

  • Experience with drill rigs, mining and FIFO work
  • Trades, labouring, construction, farming or other hands-on work experience
  • HR Licence

Why Join HMR?

  • Permanent full-time roles
  • On-the-job training and career development opportunities
  • Work with new Epiroc Smart 6 mobile drill rigs & LF160 hands free surface drill rigs
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support
  • Be valued as more than just a number

At HMR, our values guide everything we do, ensuring a safe and rewarding work environment.

SAFETY: Zero harm, zero compromise. 

SERVICE: We respond quickly and deliver on our promises.

RESPECT: We care for our people and communities and act with honesty.

RESULTS: We exceed expectations and set industry standards

 

Ready to Get Started?
If you’re fit, reliable and ready to learn, this could be your first step into a long-term mining career. Apply now and join HMR — where safety, respect and opportunity come first.