All candidates must have a sound knowledge of Diamond Drilling Surface Core Methods, Reverse Circulation Drilling Methods, Deep Hole Drilling Methods. Knowledge of drilling equipment such as Sandvik UDR 1500 Drill Rig’s and Sandvik DE 710’s is an added advantage.
1. DRILL RIG OPERATOR/DRILLER
A Drill Rig Operator is required to carry out day to day operation of the drill rig in a safe and efficient manner.
1.1 REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The Driller reports to the Driller Supervisor, then Project Manager.
1.2 KEY ROLES
- Carry out drilling operations on Mitchell Drilling rigs as per set drilling strategy to the best of your drilling ability.
- Respond to and rectify drilling or equipment problems.
- Determine equipment, tools, bit types and diameters appropriate to the project at hand.
- Ensure drill site, work area, equipment, and vehicles are maintained in a clean, hazard-free state.
- Perform routine servicing and maintenance of rigs and equipment.
- Ensure defective plant and equipment is repaired promptly.
- Correctly prepare drilling muds, fluids, chemicals and cements.
- Provide accurate information for Daily Drilling Reports to be submitted daily.
- Oversee daily rig pre-start inspections.
1.3 REQUIREMENTS
- All candidates must possess Drilling Certification issued by an internationally recognised institute plus traceable reference.
- Minimum 5 year’s experience working as a Driller – DD or RC
- Implementing and maintaining high level drill strategies
- Proven track record in project management of drilling projects in different environments A minimum or equivalent of a Drilling Certification is preferred
