Surface Diamond Drilling Supervisors
Location: British Columbia (Remote Camp-Based Projects)
Company: Paycore Drilling
Pay: DOE (Dependent on Experience) + production bonus
About Us
Paycore Drilling was founded in 2008 as an independent contractor serving the mineral exploration industry across British Columbia, Western Canada, and North America. Since then, we have grown into a multi-faceted drilling company offering diamond drilling services and a full range of drilling equipment solutions for a variety of industries throughout Western Canada.
Job Summary
We are actively hiring experienced Surface Diamond Drilling Supervisors for immediate and upcoming exploration projects throughout British Columbia.
We are seeking safety-focused, experienced leaders who are mechanically inclined, physically capable, and able to manage drilling crews in demanding remote environments. This is an opportunity for long-term, ongoing work with a growing drilling team.
Our crews regularly work extended schedules with substantial overtime opportunities and production bonus incentives.
Responsibilities
· Safely operate and supervise surface diamond drilling operations in remote camp environments
· Handle rods, drilling tools, core samples, and drilling fluids
· Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain drilling equipment, pumps, water systems, wirelines, and related tools
· Perform pre-start inspections, basic maintenance, drill setup, anchoring, drill moves, and pad/site preparation
· Lead and support drilling crews while maintaining safe work practices and operational efficiency
· Complete operational reporting, paperwork, measurements, supply counts, inventory, and parts ordering
· Operate support equipment and vehicles as required
· Maintain Fit for Duty standards, housekeeping, workplace safety, and risk management procedures to prevent injuries and equipment damage
Qualifications
- Minimum 4 years of surface diamond drilling experience
- Previous supervisory or foreman experience preferred
- Strong leadership and communication skills
- Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability
- Ability to work extended rotations in remote camp settings
- Physically fit and capable of demanding field work
- Must be able to pass drug and alcohol testing if required
Certifications & Requirements
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License (or equivalent)
- Standard First Aid CPR-C
- WHMIS Certification
- BC Transportation Endorsement considered an asset
Schedule
- Rotational camp-based work schedules
- Typical rotations average 84+ hours per week
- Day and night shifts may be required
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Up to $2.05/m production bonus
- Substantial overtime opportunities
- Dental/Vision care & Extended health care
- Life insurance
Work Location
Remote exploration projects throughout British Columbia.
Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume to [email protected].
Please use “Surface Diamond Drilling Supervisors” as the subject line of your email. Only candidates who meet the qualifications will be contacted.
Pay: From $700.00 per day
Application question(s):
- What is your earliest available start date?
Experience:
- surface diamond drilling : 4 years (preferred)
- supervisory or foreman : 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- WHMIS Certification (preferred)
- Standard First Aid CPR-C (preferred)
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person
