Workatele

Drill Operator at Newmont Corporation, Akyem, Ghana

Newmont Corporation

Drill Operator at Newmont Corporation, Akyem, Ghana

Newmont Corporation

Full time Job

Date Posted: November 8, 2024

Application deadline:

Expired on: November 13, 2024 5:00pm

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Job description

  • conduct daily operation of drills, monitor associated consumables to drill in an in-situ rock mass or boulders and prepare them sufficiently for blasting, in a safe and controlled manner.
In This Role You Will:

Drilling Pre-Shift and On-Shift Activities

  • Attend all pre-shift instruction meetings.
  • Communicate with and receive instruction from the Drill Supervisor and follow the specified instruction and daily drill plan, prior to the execution of activities.
  • Perform pre-start inspections of drilling machine
  • Conduct pre-operational checks and monitor conditions by verifying component functionality, fluid levels and fittings, as well as depth and alignment of collaring positions.
  • Constantly monitor equipment performance and consumable parameters to achieve planned life span or better.
  • Maneuver and position drill by using jigsaw system, site plans and layouts and set correct angles and depths.
  • Start and stop drills and coordinate with other workers on-site
  • Utilise the pre-split drill (Cubex) to accomplish the following activities:
    • Understand the drill plans.
    • Drill using high precision GPS (Jigsaw).
    • Utilise inclinometers to set angles correctly
    • Maintain strict wall control by drilling closely spaced drilling patterns, according to specific parameters.
    • Maintain high levels of accuracy to minimise detrimental cost impacts.
    • Feed Dispatch accurate information regarding drilling activities.
    • Report issues encountered with the inclinometer.
  • Utilise the production drill (D45KS) to accomplish the following activities:
    • Understand the drill plans.
    • Drill using high precision GPS.
    • Collar drill holes to clear the mouth of holes from any debris.
    • Conduct drilling to the required depth.
    • Track planned versus targeted depth.
    • Correct any deviations encountered.
    • Report issues encountered with GPS to the Dispatcher.
    • Manage drill consumables efficiently to prolong its life.
    • Maintain high levels of accuracy to minimise detrimental cost impacts.
  • Regulate air pressure, rotary speed and downward pressure, according to the type of rock being drilled.
  • Conduct drill consumable change-outs, when required.
  • Inspect, lubricate and replace components to maintain drill functionality.
  • Meet all drill production targets, while avoiding unnecessary damage to the drill.
  • Maintain high quality of work, under routine supervision.
  • Conduct post-drill clean ups of the drill area.
  • Report and escalate all accidents and incidents occurring in the shift immediately to the Dispatcher / Supervisor.
  • Meet and / or exceed established performance expectations in drill meter targets set by management.
  • Supervise the activities of the Drill Helper to assure that all rocks are moved; adhere to consumable management protocols and report loss of consumables to the Drill Supervisor.
  • Assist in developing peers to perform drilling duties.
  • Perform other related activities, as assigned by the Supervisor
Drill Post-Shift Handover
  • Communicate and provide work status handovers to incoming Driller.
  • Communicate with the Dispatcher and Supervisor regarding hazards encountered to provide sufficient information to the incoming Driller for the smooth running of Operations.
  • Prepare and maintain daily drill report and log book to outline shift activities and include information such as:
    • Meters drilled.
    • Consumable serial numbers.
    • Equipment defects

Stakeholder Management and Engagement

  • Liaise with the Drill Supervisor to maintain ongoing communication during all drilling activity.
  • Collaborate closely with maintenance mechanics and the mine production team.
  • Communicate with Dispatcher and other Drillers using communication devices such as two-way radios.
  • Ensure own drilling work meets established statutory standards

Health and Safety Management

  • Follow all safety policies, procedures and legislation.
  • Operate in a safe manner and take steps to prevent minimal wear and tear and / or damage to equipment.
  • Work without risk or harm to others.
  • Inspect work areas and ensure all areas comply with internal Newmont and external regulatory standards.
  • Adhere strictly to internal Newmont drilling standards.
  • Comply with safe drilling procedures.
  • Maintain a strong focus of safety throughout all activities.
  • Provide hands-on assistance during drilling activities to fellow colleagues to ensure that safe work practices are followed.
  • Attend daily morning safety meetings.
Your Trainings, Skill & Experience Checklist:

Formal Qualification (including Professional Registrations):

  • Completion of WASSCE or equivalent certificate.

Additional Knowledge:

  • MINCOM Equipment Competency.
  • License E (drill).
  • Strong understanding of drill tool mechanical systems.
  • General understanding of mining operations.
  • General understanding of equipment controls and electronics.
  • General knowledge in mid-to-heavy equipment operation.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 2 – 3 years’ drilling and off-siding experience in a large open pit or quarry environment.

Technical Skills:

  • Strong technical communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong concentration skills.
  • Strong time management skills.
  • Strong risk management skills.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills.
  • Sound planning, organising and prioritising skills.
  • Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Sound information monitoring skills.
  • Ability to communicate using signals.
  • Ability to follow procedures (especially around hazardous materials and equipment).
  • Ability to operate a two-way radio and follow instructions.
  • Ability to visualise three-dimensional (2D / 3D) layouts.

Behavioural Attributes:

  • Accuracy.
  • Continuous learning.
  • Dependable.
  • Detail oriented.
  • Flexible.
  • Goal oriented.
  • Initiative.
  • Judgment.
  • Manual dexterity.
  • Multi-tasking.
  • Proactive.
  • Reliable and independent.
  • Safety conscious.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Team player.
  • Technically inclined.
Working Conditions
  • The position will be located at the Akyem Mine Site.
  • The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job.
  • Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • Physical Demands: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is required to work in confined spaces.
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Work requires mandatory PPE such as helmet, goggles, high-visible clothing, safety harness, ear plugs and a dust mask.

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

Application deadline:

Expired on: November 13, 2024

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