Drill Rig (Long Hole) Operators, Namibia – Ref: 63898-1

Ref: 63898-1
Job Description:
Long Hole Drill Operators with underground long hole stoping experience required for a shaft sinking mining underground development for a major contracting firm. The project is based in Namibia. Will be responsible for drilling of the unit and/or any other tasks allocated from time to time. Must be fit to go underground. High-speed mining development and mining construction to meet the evolving Africa market requirements.
Position details:
Primary purpose: Operating and drilling deep holes to be blasted in underground workplace.
Job description:
- Control and operate drills.
- Drill blast holes.
- Select/change drill to suit task.
- Observe pressure gauge and move throttles & levers in order to control the speed of rotary tables.
- Regulate pressure of tools at bottoms of boreholes.
- Perform risk assessments (general and mini).
- Complying with the health and safety policy.
- Comply with the quality control plan of site.
- Inspect hanging wall and make safe if unsafe.
- Check if eye bolts are secure.
- Clean footwall in accordance with procedure.
- Machine operations line up holes and drill in accordance with procedure.
- Ensure that daily maintenance is carried out before commencing drilling.
- Ensure that hydraulic hoses and electric cabling are suspended separately.
- Ensure that electric pack doors are kept closed in order to prevent water from entering electric pack.
- Ensure that there are no oil leaks on hydraulic power pack or machine.
- Conduct daily check list on machine and ensure machine is operating within spec.
- Report any deviations immediately to Foreman.
- Administration record operational info in Operators’ Report Book before commencement of drilling operations.
- Record hour meter reading in Operators’ Report Book at end of shift.
- Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental.
- Ensure that you are equipped with safety clothing before proceeding underground.
- Inspect and make the work site safe before work starts.
- Ensure that you work safely and are familiar with environmental impact register, including material safety data sheets.
- Evaluate adherence to risk assessment daily.
- Report all incidents to Foreman.
- During underground operations, working place must be examined – findings of examination to be logged in daily report.
- Knowledge of Site / SHEQ standard.
Location (country, city): Namibia
Job Qualification & Experience:
- Grade 12. Qualified as a Drill Rig Operator in mining, with relevant certificates.
- Medically fit to go underground.
- Five years’ experience as an Operator (at least two years shaft and sinking experience).
- Drill rig operating skills, organisational skills, interpersonal skills, problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Committed, able to demonstrate proficiency in safety management.
- Good value system, good work ethics & professional conduct.
- Business awareness, meet milestones and goals.
- Knowledge of mechanics & hydraulics, firefighting certificate, acclimatised to mining environment.
Company Description:
Our client is a leading contracting, engineering and construction services company. It has developed skills, installed infrastructure and delivered services successfully making a noteworthy contribution to sustainable socio-economic development. Mining, shaft sinking, engineering, project management.
Culture and values: High-level emphasis on risk and workplace safety. Customer value driven. High performance/operational excellence culture. Emphasis on employee development. Innovation/ continuous improvement environment. Value on social responsibility.
This advert is being advertised in collaboration with our recruitment partner MCHIR.
Drill Rig (Long Hole) Operators, Namibia – Ref: 63898-1
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