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Want to start a career in mining?


The Aston Advantage Driller's Offsider JobFit™ Challenge is your first step.

Breaking into mining isn’t easy—competition is tough, and the work is physically demanding. That’s where Aston’s Driller’s Offsider JobFit™ Challenge comes in.

No experience? No problem! With Aston Advantage, you’ll get:

⇒ A real-world assessment of your physical and job readiness
⇒ Hands-on experience with industry tasks
⇒ Insights into what employers are looking for
⇒ A pathway to entry-level roles in drilling.

Are you up for the challenge?

Drop your mobile number, and one of our recruitment consultants will give you a call.

Take the Driller's Offsider JobFit™ Challenge

Your First Step to a Mining Career – Take the JobFit™ Challenge!

Know if this career suits you before committing, gain real experience, and show employers you’re ready for the job.

The Driller’s Offsider JobFit™ Challenge gives you hands-on experience with simulated drilling tasks, strength and endurance tests, and essential safety training.

 

What to Expect:

✔ Simulated drilling operations so you know what the job is really like
✔ Physical strength and endurance tests to match industry demands
✔ Hands-on safety training to prepare you for the real thing

Why Take the Challenge?

✔ Know if this career is right for you before committing
✔ Gain valuable experience that sets you apart from other candidates
✔ Show employers you’re serious and ready for the job

In proud partnership with Licenses4Work

We’re proud to partner with Licenses4Work to support your journey into the resources sector.

Their nationally recognised training and licensing solutions give JobFit participants the edge— helping you gain the right skills, the right way.

Ready to take on the challenge?

I WANT TO TAKE THE CHALLENGE

What Your Career Could Look Like

Many offsiders progress into leadership roles within a few years. With experience and training, you can move up the ranks quickly.

Do you see yourself landing these roles? We’ll show you how!

I WANT TO LEARN MORE

How to Become a Driller’s Offsider

A Driller’s Offsider supports the drilling team by handling equipment, operating machinery, and ensuring safety on-site. It’s a physically demanding but rewarding entry point into mining.

Employers prefer candidates with key certifications, as they show dedication and readiness for the job. The right qualifications can set you apart, boost your pay, and open more opportunities.

These are the tickets and licenses you need to get started.

Driller's offsider tickets and licenses

For more information on what tickets might be right for you, feel free to contact an Aston Advantage recruitment specialist at 1300 544 926 or email info@astonadvantage.com.au.

What It Takes to Succeed as a Driller’s Offsider

Starting a career as a Driller’s Offsider in the FIFO mining industry requires thorough preparation.

If you’ve proven that you’re tough enough to be a Driller’s Offsider. The next stage is giving you the tools you need to survive on-site.

Don’t worry! We have a checklist for everything you need, so you’ll be ready for anything.

 

Are you ready to start a career in mining?

Take the Aston Advantage Driller’s Offsider JobFit™ Challenge today!

I'M READY TO START

Read what job seekers have to say about the Aston JobFit™ Challenge…

Google 5-star Review

Great company to go through. Scored a job within two days of passing my JobFit Challenge. Keen for what the future holds for me now. Couldn’t thank Mark and everyone who helped enough. Strongly recommend.

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Jayden Wilkinson

Google 5-star Review

“Well versed in their field. A very informative and creative (job)fit challenge, with an excellent facilitator. Open and friendly staff all round … They seem to be much more organised from any agency I’ve seen thus far. Would recommend!”

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Joshua Davey, Perth

Google 5-star Review

“Incredible Job Fit Challenge!

Thankful to Crystal and Kaye for their good communication and willingness to help.

Crystal made both the explanation and the exercises very fun and entertaining while Kaye was always connected to such an extent that when she finished she called me to see how it went.

Many thanks to both of them and to Aston Advantage.”

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Nicolas Deges, Sydney

Google 5-star Review

“Great Introduction to those who are less informed or don’t know what the minimum requirements are to get your foot into the mining industry! Fitness test was worth it and is crucial to stand out! Staff is very helpful and informative and give you all the info you need.”

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Jordan Hurley, Brisbane