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Driller Assistant (Helper)

Mariana Minerals· Plant Operations
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About the role

Entry-point drill support role at an open-pit copper mine. Supports drilling operations, core handling, equipment care, and safety procedures to assist Driller and contribute to the company’s mission of responsible mineral sourcing and autonomous mining.

Responsibilities

  • Help the Driller safely set up, move and tear down the drill rig and drill pad
  • Handle rods, core barrels, casing and tooling while tripping in and out of the hole
  • Pull, clean, measure, label and box core accurately, with good contamination control
  • Mix and manage drilling fluids, and maintain water lines, pumps and supply systems
  • Do pre-start inspections, greasing, lubrication and basic maintenance on the rig, compressors, pumps and support equipment
  • Help keep drill logs, footage drilled, consumables used and daily reports
  • Keep an inventory of bits and supplies, and let the Driller know when stock is low
  • Recognize changes in ground conditions and flag them to the Driller and geologist
  • Keep the drill pad and equipment area clean and organized
  • Handle equipment breakdowns and emergencies with a calm, safety-first approach

Qualifications

  • Experience as a driller's helper, offsider or rig hand, or comparable hands-on field, construction or mechanical work
  • Diamond core, reverse circulation (RC) or water-well drilling experience is a plus
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn drilling techniques and equipment
  • Real commitment to safety and following procedures
  • Valid driver's license; CDL is a plus

Skills

Required:Drilling assistanceMechanical aptitude
Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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Mariana Minerals is a software-first, vertically integrated minerals company focused on supplying the minerals critical to modern energy, AI, and defense technologies.

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