Driller’s Assistant (Blast Hole)

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Areas Of Interest:   Drilling
Certificate Level:  Certificate II
Certificate Name:  Certificate II in Drilling Operations
Certificate Description:  Driller's Assistants work under supervision and help move, set up and operate drilling rigs and equipment related to blast hole drilling for the placement of explosives for the removal of rock and ore in quarries and mines, the construction of major road works, tunnels, dam sites and other civil works.
Code:  RII20915
Work Type:  Practical & Manual

Skills & Knowledge you will learn

Work effectively with others
Communicate in the workplace
Identify and assess environmental and heritage concerns
Load, secure and unload drilling equipment and materials
Set up/pack up drill site
Support drilling process
Work safely and follow WHS policies and procedures
Conduct local risk control
Assist with air drilling
Contribute to the control of emergencies and critical situations
Transport plant, equipment and personnel
Operate and maintain a four wheel drive vehicle