Job Description :
The De Beers Group has a full-time, long-term contract opportunity for a Production Drill Operator within the Mine Operations department at the Gahcho Kué Mine located in the Northwest Territories.
Reporting to the Drill & Blast Supervisor and working a two (2) week in / two (2) week out rotation, this position is responsible for the safe and effective operation of large rotary or percussion / hammer drills.
The ideal candidate is one who is committed to safe working practices and strives for zero harm.
Key responsibilities :
- Operates drill equipment according to company procedures and standards;
- Reads drill pattern instructions or diagrams;
- Measures drill holes and inspecting drill pattern;
- Operates a variety of drilling machines to bore blast holes to specified depths at stake positions;
- Conducts daily safety checks and inspections of the equipment before operating; and
- Monitors equipment and reports any deficiencies according to proper mine operating procedures.
Reporting to the Drill & Blast Supervisor, the role is based in the Mine Operations department. This is a site-based position with a 14 days in / 14 days out rotation and is a 2-year contract, long-termed position.
Qualifications :
Formal qualifications :
- Legally permitted to work in Canada;
- Experience in the operation and maintenance of production drilling machines 5+ years);
- Experience operating large rotary drills and hammer / percussion drills;
- Ability to safely work day and night shifts on a rotational basis;
- Strong communication skills both verbal and written;
- Proven commitment to Safety, Health and Environmental standards; and
- Experience working at a remote mining site and in a cross-cultural work environment.
Desirable Assets :
- Heavy equipment certificate;
- Experience with Epiroc Pit Viper and drill models PV271, D65, DX800; and
- Experience in mining industry, preferably with open pit operations.