Drilling Technician Job Description

Job Purpose

To maintain, troubleshoot, and repair specialized drilling rigs and support equipment, and assist with technical or geological data collection on site.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Maintenance: Perform scheduled preventive and corrective maintenance on drill rigs (e.g., Epiroc, Sandvik, Atlas Copco) and hydraulic/diesel systems.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical faults quickly in field or workshop environments.
• Site Support: Assist with rig setup, drill pad preparation, and down-the-hole (DTH) hammer or bit replacements.
• Sample & Data Handling: Collect, process, and log core samples or cuttings when supporting exploration or geotechnical teams.
• Safety Compliance: Follow mine health and safety protocols, conduct pre-start checks, and maintain safe working practices.

Typical Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Full Grade 12 School Certificate.
• Credentials: Diploma or Advanced Certificate in Drill Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related trade.
• Zambian Certifications: Valid Silicosis Medical Certificate (mandatory for most Zambian mining sites) and a valid Driver’s License.
• Professional Body: Membership with the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).
• Experience: Minimum 2–3 years of hands-on experience working with heavy drilling or mining equipment.

• Perform scheduled preventive and corrective maintenance on drill rigs (e.g., Epiroc, Sandvik, Atlas Copco) and hydraulic/diesel systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, or electrical faults quickly in field or workshop environments.
• Assist with rig setup, drill pad preparation, and down-the-hole (DTH) hammer or bit replacements.
• Collect, process, and log core samples or cuttings when supporting exploration or geotechnical teams.
• Follow mine health and safety protocols, conduct pre-start checks, and maintain safe working practices.

• Drilling rig maintenance
• Troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults
• Rig setup and drill pad preparation
• Core sample and cutting processing
• Mine health and safety protocols
• Valid Driver’s License

• Full Grade 12 School Certificate.
• Diploma or Advanced Certificate in Drill Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related trade.
• Valid Silicosis Medical Certificate (mandatory for most Zambian mining sites).
• Membership with the Engineering Institution of Zambia (EIZ).