Field Assistants
- Assist the Field Supervisor and team members with exploration work programs.
- Manage remote camp mobilisation and ensure equipment and supplies are available.
- Conduct sample collection during drilling operations and maintain camp facilities.
- 2 roles available - Starting 2027
- FIFO 12:9 Roster
- $550 per day + super
PERSOL are one of Australia's largest and longest serving recruitment providers. Delivering both quality temporary and permanent options, we specialise in the recruitment of Engineering, Technical and Office Support talent.
We are already planning for 2027, with the recruitment of a 2 new Field Assistants. These are both long-term ongoing roles, working on a FIFO basis - 12:9 roster. A rate of $550 + super per day will be on offer.
These roles are both due to commence in the new year, around late January 2027, however we are opening up for applications now. If you want to secure a new role for the new year, this is a chance to get in early!
You'll be responsible for:
- Assist the Field Supervisor/PIC and all team members and contractors
- with the delivery of Exploration work program.
- Assist with remote camp mobilisation and demobilisation duties.
- Assist in ensuring all necessary equipment and camp supplies are obtained and
- allocated to ensure the safe and continuous operation of all field activities.
- Assist in site and exploration earthworks activities.
- Ensure all sampling materials are present prior to commencement of drilling.
- Provide all sample collection consumables to drill rigs including numbered sample bags (calico and plastic as required).
- Complete sample collection during drilling operations ensuring the correct procedures is followed and sample loss is kept to a minimum
- Assist in the mobilisation of remote camp facilities.
- Ensure all camp facilities are maintained and are serviceable.
- Assist in the daily cleaning of camp facilities including cleaning of common areas and camp rooms.
You'll ideally have the following skills and qualifications.
- 2+ years' experience in a similar role, preferably in an exploration or mining environment or working remote / rural or with a trade
- Previous remote exploration experience is preferred
- Experience in planning, preparation and serving of food in a camp environment
- Experience in risk assessments
- Current Senior First Aid Certificate and current 'C' Class drivers licence (or equivalent) with a manual endorsement.
These are long-term and stable role. You'll be joining other employees who have worked for the company for years. We are shortlisting now, so, if you are available and interested, click on Apply Now and we'll be in touch asap! For further information, please email Clint.Dixon@persolapac.com in the first instance.
Who we are
At PERSOL, we connect people to meaningful work and growth.
With decades of experience and a future-focused mindset, we're here to support your career journey. We offer fresh opportunities, trusted guidance, and a people-first approach.
We're committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace that embraces diverse experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives.
We strongly encourage applications from women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, and individuals from all communities.
Ready to make your next move? Apply now to join our team.
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Consultant
Clint.Dixon@persolapac.com
Reference number: 210405478
Profession:Mining and ResourcesExploration
Company: Programmed Skilled Workforce
Date posted: 20th Oct, 2026
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