Bournedrill and the other businesses within OptionX Group are always looking for people passionate about working in the drilling industry. If you’d like to join our team, get in touch below or apply directly to any advertised positions.
Current Opportunities
We’re urgently seeking qualified machinists. If you fit the bill, check out the full job description below and send your application to hr@bournedrill.com.au
Please Note: These jobs are immediate start so are only available to people with the current right to work in Australia.
Update: September 2024
A fantastic opportunity awaits enthusiastic, experienced metal machinists to join our OptionX Bournedrill team. This position offers a competitive salary based on experience.
We’re expanding quickly, and we need great people to join our team now. Bournedrill is part of the OptionX Group, a group of companies dedicated to serving the infrastructure/mining industries. Being part of this group means great opportunities to advance your career and work on diverse projects. The other businesses within the group send a steady flow of work to Bournedrill, which is contributing to our need to expand.
We provide a wide range of specialist products and services for the exploration and drilling industry and general engineering services for a broad range of industries. We manufacture all types of drilling rigs, and offer our clients a comprehensive post-sale product support system. Our engineering team supplies all aspects of works from manual and CNC machining to fabrication and welding expertise.
The hands-on role will require the successful candidates to work inclusively within the team ensuring quality and efficiency of scheduled work to meet clients’ deadlines.
We are seeking an experienced Metal Machinist to run a variety of machines. This position offers a great variety of work. The applicant must be a trade qualified machinist.
As a machinist, your everyday responsibilities will include:
- Setting and operating manual machines to shape and form metal stock to fine tolerances
- MUST be able to interpret engineering drawings
In addition, the right candidate will be required to:
- Focus on quality and efficiency
- Possess Certificate III/IV in Engineering – Mechanical Trade or equivalent apprenticeship.
- Be able to perform in a team environment and also work autonomously
- Have a strong focus on workplace safety and quality
- Maintain QA and production records as appropriate
- Be involved in ongoing improvements and learning
- Have a driver’s license and own transport
Experience in the following areas is highly desirable.
- Currently working as a Fitter and or Machinist
- Be able to read and work in metric and imperial
- Sound fault finding history
- Strong commitment of support to the fitting team.
- Promote a health and safety culture within the team.
If this sounds like an opportunity that interests you, then please submit a copy of your resume, to HR@bournedrill.com.au outlining your current skills and experience.
We’re not currently recruiting for this position, but we welcome resumes for future openings.
Job Description
We have current opportunities for either school-based or full-time Fitter and Turner Apprentices. This role will give you the opportunity to learn and develop essential skills in the field of machining, fabrication, and mechanical engineering. This apprenticeship will provide hands-on experience and comprehensive training under the guidance of our experienced team.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the assembly and disassembly of machinery and equipment.
- Perform precision machining tasks using lathes, milling machines, and other tools.
- Read and interpret technical drawings and blueprints.
- Conduct routine maintenance and inspections on machinery.
- Collaborate with senior fitters and turners to troubleshoot and solve mechanical issues.
- Follow safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a secure working environment.
- Attend training sessions and classes to enhance technical knowledge.
About you
- Strong mechanical aptitude and interest in machinery.
- Basic understanding of tools and equipment used in fitting and turning.
- Good numeracy and literacy, problem-solving skills
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to quality work.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
- Eagerness to learn and a proactive attitude.
- Reliable and punctual
How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their interest in the Fitter and Turner Apprentice position to hr@bournedrill.com.au.
We’re not currently recruiting for this position, but we welcome resumes for future openings.
A fantastic opportunity exists for an enthusiastic CNC Machinist to join our Australian Bournedrill team. If you’re ready for an adventure and new scenery, this could be the role for you.
We’re expanding quickly, and we need great people to join our team. Bournedrill is part of the OptionX Group, a group of companies dedicated to serving the infrastructure/mining industries. Being part of this group means great opportunities to advance your career and work on diverse projects. The other businesses within the group send a steady flow of work to Bournedrill, which is contributing to our need to expand.
We provide a wide range of specialist products and services for the exploration and drilling industry and general engineering services for a broad range of industries. We manufacture all types of drilling rigs, and offer our clients a comprehensive post-sale product support system. Our engineering team supplies all aspects of works from manual and CNC machining to fabrication and welding expertise.
The hands-on role will require the successful candidates to work inclusively within the team ensuring quality and efficiency of scheduled work to meet clients’ deadlines.
We are seeking an experienced CNC Operator to run a variety of CNC machines. This position offers a great variety of work. The applicant must be a trade qualified CNC Operator.
As a machinist, your everyday responsibilities will include:
- Setting and operating CNC lathes and mills to shape and form metal stock to fine tolerances
- MUST be able to interpret engineering drawings
- Ability to read and understand CNC programs (ISO based)
In addition, the right candidate will be required to:
- Focus on quality and efficiency
- Possess Certificate III/IV in Engineering – Mechanical Trade or equivalent apprenticeship.
- Be able to perform in a team environment and also work autonomously
- Have a strong focus on workplace safety and quality
- Maintain QA and production records as appropriate
- Be involved in ongoing improvements and learning
- Have driver’s license and own transport
Experience in the following areas is highly desirable.
- Currently working as a CNC Operator
- Be able to read and work in metric and imperial
- Sound fault finding history
- Strong commitment of support to the fitting team.
- Promote a health and safety culture within the team.
Competitive rates will be available for the right candidates.
If this sounds like an opportunity that interest you, then please submit a copy of your resume, outlining your current skills and experience to HR@bournedrill.com.au
