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About the Role

Priority Drilling Limited is a family-run mineral exploration drilling contractor with a track record of delivering drilling services since 1954. The company emphasizes long-term growth, offering training, development support, and a competitive salary for both seasoned drillers and candidates with the right mindset and eagerness to learn.

Essential Requirements

Practical, verifiable experience in mineral exploration drilling
Experience working with core sizes AQ, AQTK, BQ, BQTK, NQ, and H, whether underground or on surface
Good communication abilities
Readiness to travel for work
Valid, clean driving licence
Legal permission to work in the UK

Desirable Experience

Directional or navigational drilling experience
Completion of drilling operations exceeding 1,000 metres
Experience using zero trip wedges

Training

Training can be provided in the areas listed above for applicants who do not already have this experience.

Responsibilities

Manage the daily running of the drill rig, lead the drill crew, and operate the related drilling tools and equipment.
Position and align the rig correctly using front and back sights, then set the drilling angle and collar the hole to match client specifications.
Drill to the target depth while preserving maximum core recovery and adjusting progress to suit ground conditions and hole depth.
Carry out hole surveys using the required surveying tools at client-specified depths and ensure the hole is surveyed properly.

Mineral Exploration Driller - Meath

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