Production Drill Operator

De Beers GroupGahcho Kué Mine, Canada

30+ days ago

Salary

CA$32.00–CA$36.00 hourly

Job type

Full-time

Temporary

Job description

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.