Coordinator - Drilling

About Telfer Operations

Telfer is a gold-copper mine located in the Paterson Province of the East Pilbara region of Western Australia. It includes both open-pit and underground mining operations, as well as the operation of Australia’s third-largest gold-copper processing facility. Since beginning gold production in 1975, Telfer has produced more than 15Moz of gold to date.

Our Telfer operations offer a fly-in fly-out work arrangement, providing our workforce with a healthy work-life balance. Onsite, we offer a broad range of recreational activities, including a recently refurbished gym, swimming pool, driving range, movie room, and both dry and wet mess facilities.

In addition to Telfer, Greatland owns 100% of the Havieron gold-copper, a world class development project with a multi-decade mine life, located 45km east of Telfer that will utilise the existing Telfer infrastructure to process Havieron ore, together with a significant exploration portfolio in the region surrounding Telfer. 

About the Role

In this exciting opportunity you will be responsible for the full coordination and execution of underground diamond, RC, and surface diamond drilling programs. From planning through to contractor oversight, safety, and reporting you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring our drilling operations are executed efficiently, safely, and on budget.

This is your opportunity to contribute directly to the success of one of Australia's key mining operations while driving performance, safety, and quality across a complex drilling environment.

Please note this role is full time on an 8/6 Roster, flying on Mondays - FIFO from Perth.

Other Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage detailed drilling schedules across multiple rigs and methods.
• Liaise with contractors to ensure rig readiness, crew induction, and equipment compliance.
• Supervise daily operations and provide on-site technical oversight to ensure optimal performance.
• Ensure core and sample quality, minimising contamination and maximising recovery.
• Enforce higher standard of safety across all drill sites, lead safety meetings, and support environmental compliance.
• Maintain open communication with geology teams, site management, and support crews.
• Track and manage costs for consumables, rig hours, and contractor services.
• Deliver accurate and timely periodic reporting of drill activities.
• Support audits and continuous improvement through documentation and issue resolution.
• Coordinate site access, pad preparation, and post-drill rehabilitation to site standards.

What You’ll Bring

Essential:

• Certificate 4 in Drilling Operations.
• 5+ years of drilling experience, including diamond and RC (surface and underground).
• Proven coordination/supervisory experience across multiple drill rigs.
• Strong knowledge of safety, equipment, and drilling methodologies.
• Excellent communication and contractor management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital reporting tools.
• C Class manual license

Desirable:

• HR Driver’s Licence & 4WD Certification.
• Experience with directional drilling and core orientation tools
• WHS/OH&S certification or Schedule 26 Statutory Supervisor.
• Background in managing drilling contracts and contractor KPIs.

Why Join Us?

If you're a safety-first leader with a passion for drilling operations and a drive to deliver high-quality outcomes, we want to hear from you. Be part of a dynamic geology team that values performance, integrity, and innovation. We also offer:

• Competitive Salary Package + Performance Based Bonus Scheme
• Milestone Service Awards
• Education Assistance Program
• Novated Leasing
• Family Days To Site

At Greatland, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are dedicated to ensuring that every recruitment, hiring, placement, and promotion decision is made based on individual merit. We do not discriminate on any grounds, and our goal is to provide an inclusive and supportive environment where all individuals can thrive.

To find out more about our Company, please visit https://greatlandgold.com

Apply now and shape the future of resource development at Telfer