Occupation

821931 Driller's Offsider

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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2024, Version 1.0

821931 Driller's Offsider

Performs routine tasks to assist Drillers, including setting up, operating and dismantling drilling sites for extracting oil, gas, mineral ore or water.

Alternative titles

  • Driller's Assistant
  • Roustabout (Oil and Gas)

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Assists in setting up drilling equipment and machinery at drilling sites, and the installation and maintenance of drill casings and pipes
  • Operates drilling equipment under the supervision of Drillers
  • Assists in the collection and analysis of drilling samples
  • Cleans and maintains drilling equipment and work areas
  • Assists in the dismantling and removal of drilling equipment and machinery
  • Assists in the transportation of drilling equipment and materials to and from drill sites