At a Glance
- Tasks: Safely operate a D65Smartroc drill and perform field assessments.
- Company: Join Greenstone Gold Mines, one of Canada's largest gold mining operations.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, inclusive work environment, and transportation provided.
- Other info: Accommodations available for all candidates during the selection process.
- Why this job: Be part of a groundbreaking project with significant growth potential.
- Qualifications: 3+ years of contour drill operation experience required.
The predicted salary is between 97600 - 114885 $ per year.
The Greenstone Mine commenced production in May 2024 and will be one of Canada's largest open-pit gold mines, with annual production expected to average nearly 400,000 ounces of gold per year for an initial 14-year mine life with additional potential from a large underground deposit. Greenstone Gold Mines LP is owned by Equinox Gold Corp, a Vancouver-based mining company with four operating mines in Canada, the United States, Mexico and Nicaragua.
We are seeking a Contour Drill Operator to join our team. Reporting to the Mine Operations Supervisor, the Contour Drill Operator is responsible for safely and productively operating a D65Smartroc.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate the D65Smartroc drill in a safe and efficient way in accordance with all relevant legislation, company policies and procedures.
- Perform field level risk assessments.
- Maintain a high level of housekeeping as well as refilling all fluids and replacing tooling as required.
- Complete logbooks and daily reports on delays, production, geological information, and safety issues.
- Use two-way-radio, and horn signals to communicate with other operators and ensure safety.
- Use the drill according to operating practices to bore holes varying in sizes from 165mm to 229mm.
- Monitor gauges, and other indicators to ensure the drill is working properly, report discrepancies.
- Monitor gauges and adjust pull-down, hold-back, rotation and air pressures to optimize penetration rates and borehole quality as ground conditions change.
Required Experience and Skill Set:
- 3+ years of experience operating a contour drill at a mine site.
- Self-motivated with a track record of successfully working independently.
- Manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Able to read, understand, and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate, and timely manner.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Takes initiative and works independently.
- Willing to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment.
- Willing to perform repetitive tasks.
This position is based in Geraldton, Ontario.
Certifications:
- Valid driver's license.
- Heavy Equipment Operator training or related experience required.
- Common Core for Surface Mining is an asset.
Greenstone Mine provides company transportation from multiple pick-up point locations. Greenstone Gold Mines is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. The salary range for this position is from $107,976.00 to $114,885.00.
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