Rig Crew Driver (Heavy Drilling)

Savanna is a leader in energy services offering drilling, completions & well servicing solutions in Australia. Now is a great time to join Savanna as we are experiencing significant growth within our industry. Join our dynamic team and embark on a career filled with opportunities and growth! We're excited to announce that we are expanding our team and looking for passionate individuals to join our team.

Savanna is currently seeking qualified experienced Rig Crew Drivers, residing in Australia to join our growing Heavy Drilling Rigs teams working 2&2 rosters.

If you are enthusiastic, hard-working and safety-focused, we want to hear from you.

Point of hire is Toowoomba.

Why Savanna?

• An industry leader with an unrivalled safety record
• Upskilling and career progression opportunities through our Nationally Accredited training
• All meals and accommodation are provided
• An even time lifestyle 2:2 roster with long term work
• Competitive salary with a leading organisation

What will you be doing?

A Rig Crew Driver is responsible for transporting Rig crews between the Rig and camp and will transport meals and other requirements to the Rig to reduce the need for crews to drive.  This position reports to the Rig Manager.

You'll be typically:

• Driving a 10-seater 4WD bus to transport Rig Crews between camp and the Rig for shift change and weekly Crew Change 
• Pick up and deliver meals from camp to the Rig
• Adhere to road rules and provide a professional driving service

 What experience & skills must you possess?  To be considered for this position, you must have:

• Valid Open and Unrestricted full C (Car) Class driver’s licence
• Relevant industry experience.
• Clean National Police Clearance Record
• Traffic History Check
• Positive attitude towards safety
• Have the full right to live and work in Australia
• The ability to work outdoors, in remote locations
• Physical strength and stamina
• The ability to work long hours and in extreme weather conditions
• Able to follow directions and company policies
• Must be able to complete on job and other training within allocated time
• Must be able to work in a team environment
• Awareness of Chain of Responsibility Regulations
• A general knowledge of machinery is considered to be an asset
• Must be a team player, good communicator, have sound safety appreciation, time management and competent computer skills
• Must be able to work outdoors in all seasons; 12 hours a day, for extended periods away from home location. Vigorous manual labor required
• A positive attitude towards safety, policies & procedures

The following valid certifications are preferred, though training can be provided to exceptional candidates: 

• Industry Safety Induction (or DCGI with current industry experience)
• First response to fire incidents (less than 4 years old)
• First Aid (including CPR) (less than 3 years old)
• Wellsite Permit to Work (Holder) (less than 2 years old)
• Operate Vehicles in the Field (4WD certificate) (less than 5 years old)

Diversity and Inclusion

At Savanna our people are key to our Vision and our overall success. We acknowledge the importance of our people's diverse experiences, skills, talents and cultures. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of our Vision and Values.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this vacancy.

About Us

Savanna is a leading Oil and Gas service provider offering Drilling and Well Servicing rigs. We are an international organisation with operations in Australia, Canada and the United States. Our Australian headquarters is based out of Toowoomba Queensland.

If you would like to be a part of Savanna's growth at this exciting time, we would love to hear from you. 

Let's build a brighter future together!

Apply now!

Only successful applicants that meet the above criteria will be contacted.