Offsider

4 days ago

Adelaide SA, Australia Ventia Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Offsider

Date: 14 Oct 2025

Location:Adelaide, SA, AU, 5000

Company: Ventia

The Opportunity

Ventia is hiring motivated Drilling Offsiders to join our exceptional operations team at Olympic Dam. This role operates primarily on a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off roster; however, flexibility is essential, as additional days may be required to meet operational needs. Return flights from Adelaide to Roxby Downs, accommodation, and meals are provided while on shift.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build a rewarding career with one of Australia's leading infrastructure service providers. You'll be part of a team working on challenging projects that offer valuable experience and genuine career progression.

If you're passionate about the mining and drilling industry and bring a strong work ethic, we'd love to hear from you

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in rig operations, including machinery handling, rig moves, and equipment setup to support efficient drilling activities.
  • Safely operate machinery and vehicles, conduct prestart checks, and ensure safe transportation of equipment to and from site.
  • Ensure adherence to all safety protocols on-site, including wearing appropriate PPE and actively contributing to toolbox meetings.
  • Load and unload trucks, ensuring correct weight distribution, securing loads properly, and operating forklifts safely.
  • Support equipment maintenance tasks, including sharpening drill bits and assisting with machinery upkeep for operational efficiency.

About you:

  • Hold a current HR driver's licence (essential - synchro/unrestricted preferred).
  • Additional tickets/qualifications: First Aid, Forklift, Front End Loader, WAH, and Cert II in Drilling Operations. (highly regarded)
  • Previous labouring/offsider experience and strong mechanical aptitude.
  • A strong focus on safety and experience following safety protocols.
  • Physically fit and comfortable in a hands-on, physically demanding role.
  • Reliable, punctual, with the ability to work effectively in a team.
  • Willing to complete pre-employment checks that include (but are not limited to): in-clinic medical (including drug and alcohol testing), police check and reference checks.

About Ventia

Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities. We pride ourselves on working smart, safely and sustainably, harnessing the latest technologies and brightest minds. With a diverse and proud heritage, we have a track record of delivering essential services to the communities in which we operate.

Diversity

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTQIA+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

How to apply

If you are looking to expand your career with a business that rewards and values its employees, please

Position Reference Number: 163570

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