Drill Operator
Core
Operate rotary or top hammer drill rigs to create blast holes for mining operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and production targets.
Role type
Drill Operator (Blast Hole Driller)
Builds
Blast holes for open-cut mining production
Domain
Mining (Copper/Gold/Iron-oxide)
Required skills
Hard rock drilling, rotary/top hammer drill operation, ground condition assessment, rig maintenance, documentation, safety assessments
Preferred skills
Hard rock experience, multi-rig adaptability
Technologies
D65, MD6250, rotary drills, top hammer drills
Responsibilities
Check quality and depth of drill holes, record ground conditions, maintain drill rig cleanliness and report faults, complete drill reports and pre-start checks, participate in safety assessments
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC