Average Assistant Driller Hourly Pay in New Zealand

NZ$24.00
Avg. Base Hourly Rate (NZD)
25%
NZ$19.50
MEDIAN
NZ$24
75%
NZ$28.65

The average hourly pay for an Assistant Driller is NZ$24.00 in 2025

Hourly Rate
NZ$20 - NZ$29
Total Pay
NZ$41k - NZ$60k
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What Do Assistant Drillers Do?

Assistant Driller Tasks
  • Assist in drilling operations and maintenance of drill pipe during use.
  • Collect, mark, and store soil and rock samples for analyzing.
  • Assist with installing and developing wells and pumping tests.
  • Clean, lubricate, maintain, and/or repair equipment.
  • Set up, operate, and service equipment, such as drill rigs, pumps, forklifts, front end loaders, and generators.
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FAQs About Assistant Drillers

What is the highest pay for Assistant Drillers?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for an Assistant Driller is NZ$NaN / hour

What is the lowest pay for Assistant Drillers?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for an Assistant Driller is NZ$NaN / hour

How can Assistant Drillers increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as an Assistant Driller is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are an Assistant Driller that oversees more junior Assistant Drillers, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.