Is being a roof bolter a good fit for you?
Runs a machine that fits support bolts into the roofs of underground mines.
What the work involves
- Drills bolt holes in the roof at set distances from the walls and other bolts.
- Positions bolting machines and fits drill bits.
- Pulls down loose rock that cannot be supported.
- Does safety checks on equipment before using it.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be hands-on and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
How much training it needs
Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if a roof bolter is one of yours.
Free. About 15 minutes. No account.