Driller
On-site
Core
Operate blast hole drills to create holes for blasting in open cut and underground mining sites.
Role type
Blast Hole Driller
Builds
Blast holes for mining operations
Domain
Mining (Open cut and underground)
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Operating Sandvik D1650i, DP1500i, DR410i, and CAT MD6250 rigs, conducting pre-start equipment checks, monitoring ground conditions, adjusting drilling techniques for varying terrain and rock types, working with shotfirers and supervisors
Preferred skills
HR Licence
Technologies
Sandvik D1650i, DP1500i, DR410i, CAT MD6250
Responsibilities
Safely operate blast hole drills to specified depths and patterns, conduct pre-start checks and inspect equipment, monitor ground conditions and adjust techniques, collaborate with shotfirers and supervisors
Seniority
Mid-level (4+ years experience)