Job Role: NSW.Drilling Rig Operator - Cable Tool – National


Role Description

The role of NSW.Drilling Rig Operator - Cable Tool – National can utilise cable tool rigs to carry out drilling activity in a range of contexts when working in soft, sedimentary rock formations which could include site investigation or sampling, for the geotechnical, mineral exploration and waterwell sectors or waterwell construction.


* Waterwell contractors will also require a card/licence issued by Government or industry organisation. The Waterwell card or licence must identify a Class of licence and state of issue.


NOTE: These are to be used as a guide only. If you are unsure which role applied to you, please seek clarification from the operator with whom you propose to work as to what role is required for your intended duties. It is the individual's responsibility to ensure that the appropriate role is held before work is carried out.

This role is included in the National Plant Matrix.

Medical Requirement
  • No medical requirement.

Currency Requirement
  • No currency requirement.


Competency Requirements

Must have at least one of the following:


Must have at least one of the following:



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