Introduction

Experienced Land Rig Personnel wanted for a specialist FIFO drilling project in WA, commencing January 2027. Join the commissioning, start-up and operation of a specialised land driling project.

What are you going to do 

Positions we are recruiting
  • Toolpushers
  • Drillers
  • Assistant Drillers
  • Derrickhands
  • Floorhands / Roughnecks
  • Leasehands / Roustabouts
About the opportunity
  • Confidential specialist drilling project in Western Australia commencing mid January 2027
  • FIFO roster on a 2:2 rotation
  • Day and night shift requirements
  • Opportunity to support rig commissioning, start-up and drilling operations
  • Camp accommodation and meals provided while on roster
  • Competitive hourly rates, based on role level and experience

Essential skills and knowledge

  • Previous land drilling / oil & gas rig experience in roles such as Driller, Assistant Driller, Derrickhand, Floorhand, Roughneck or Roustabout
  • Experience with rig commissioning, start-up or directional drilling highly regarded
  • Strong safety focus, mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
  • Comfortable working in remote FIFO environments
  • Australian working rights essential
  • Drilling qualification (Cert II, III, IV or equivalent) highly regarded
  • Current Working at Heights, Confined Space, White Card and manual Driver's Licence
  • Additional high-risk tickets (First Aid, HR, Forklift, Telehandler, Loader, IWCF) advantageous
  • Ability to pass medical, drug & alcohol screening, and police clearance if required.

What we offer 

  • FIFO 2:2 roster in WA
  • Specialist rig commissioning & drilling project
  • Work with advanced land drilling equipment
  • Camp, meals & competitive rates provided
  • Multiple rig crew positions available

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact <Sneha Poranki at p.sneha@brunel.net or +61 8 9429 5645>.

Closing: 23 October 2026

Are you the perfect match for this vacancy? Apply in 5 minutes and let's get in touch!

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

Welcome to Brunel

Now great times are beginning! With Brunel you have countless opportunities to help shape technological progress. You decide how your career path goes. We support you in every phase of your career. You always have security behind you: Brunel!