Drilling Supervisor

A Drilling Supervisor oversees drilling operations in a range of industries. You’ll use specialist equipment to extract minerals, liquids or gases from the earth. You might supervise a team of employees and ensure operations are running safely and efficiently. Drilling Supervisors may take samples of raw materials, set up and relocate equipment and carry out servicing and maintenance of equipment.

Drilling Supervisors should have strong leadership skills and be able to communicate with colleagues from various departments. You’ll attend to multiple issues at one time and should have good organisational skills. Time management is important and you may have to handle basic administrative tasks. Drilling Supervisors may work irregular hours and have to travel long distances to a work site.

 

Future demand High
Average yearly income $130,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a drilling supervisor?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
RII40120

Certificate IV in Surface Extraction Operations

Blended, Traineeship
10 - 12 months
$0 - $13,400
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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