Join Our Team as a Drillers Offsider

Western Irrigation is a well-established and respected water resource contracting company with over 50 years of experience. Established in 1969, we’re a leader in groundwater and surface water management across WA, providing full-service irrigation and water infrastructure solutions to the agricultural, mining, local government, and commercial sectors.

As we continue to grow, we’re looking for a reliable and skilled Drillers Offsider to join our dedicated Drilling team. We take pride in our strong reputation and invest in motivated team members who value quality, safety, and innovation.

About the Role

This is a hands-on role supporting bore construction and maintenance projects across WA. You’ll be involved in all aspects of site setup, equipment operation, bore installation, and client interaction.

Key Responsibilities

· Assist with the mobilisation and setup of drilling plant and equipment

· Support construction of drill pads and access requirements

· Safely assist in the operation of various drill rigs and support plant

· Assisting with tripping of drill rods and connection of required drill string components

· Undertake required drilling fluid preparation and ongoing mud conditioning requirements

· Install bore casing, screen sections, gravel pack, and cement grout

· Assist in bore development and redevelopment, including safe handling of chemicals

· Maintain and support upkeep of all drilling plant and equipment

· Respond to client enquiries onsite (in absence of Drilling Superintendent)

· Use standard communication tools (email, phone), and adapt to field-related digital tools

· Actively support knowledge sharing with less experienced team members

· Represent Western Irrigation professionally, promoting services to clients under guidance

Qualifications & Experience

· Prior experience or technical knowledge in water well drilling (preferred)

· Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and delivering high-quality results

· Ability to follow procedures and contribute to a safe, efficient, and compliant work environment

· Willingness to learn and grow within a professional team setting

· Excellent communication skills and a proactive attitude.

· Ability to pass pre-employment medical and ongoing random drug/alcohol testing

· Manual drivers licence (required)

· Truck licence (required)

Desirable Extras:

· First aid certificate and forklift ticket

What we Offer

· Full-time employment

· Opportunities to work at job sites across WA

· Based in Muchea - No FIFO or long travel commitments

· Water well drilling via mud rotary techniques – no irritating dust!

· A supportive, positive, and flexible work environment

· Pathways available for varying levels of career development and plant training

· Industry-competitive salary with overtime opportunities

· Uniform and PPE provided

If you're a hardworking individual ready to take the next step in your drilling career – we’d love to hear from you. Contact our onboarding team today!