Jumbo Operator - Borden

Careermine; Chapleau Township; On-site; CAD 78,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Redpath Canada Limited seeks a Jumbo Operator for underground mining at Chapleau, Ontario. The role involves setting up and operating jumbo equipment to drill and blast safely, following mine plans and site standards.

The candidate will work a 7 days on / 7 days off schedule with 11/12 shift lengths. A High School Diploma and underground experience are preferred, along with specific Core/Module qualifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Ontario Hard Rock Underground Core - Full Basic (preferred).
• Required Specialty Modules: U0089 (or equivalent).
• 3+ years Jumbo experience; 1 year on scoop; 1 year installing services; 1 year loading/blasting rounds.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and wash work area; check for misfires.
• Read and follow ground support plans and headings.
• Prepare face prior to drilling rounds; read survey memos and offsets.
• Read engineered drill profiles; perform basic repairs on equipment.
• Complete daily checklists and report to supervisor.
• Maintain clean, safe work area and equipment.

Skills

Mine plans reading

Team work

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Hard Rock Underground Core Core Full Basic

Specialty Module U0089

Tools

Scoop operations

Job description

Job Description

Project: Borden

Location: Chapleau, ON Canada

Rotation: 7 days on 7 days off

Shift Length: 11/12

Salary Range: $78,000 - $128,000/annum, range is variable and dependent on overtime worked and production bonus paid

Benefits: Redpath offers comprehensive benefits including but not limited to health, dental and vision care, life insurance, pension and employee assistance program

Pre-employment requirement: Drug Test

Job Summary

The primary role of a Jumbo Operator is to set up and operate a single or multiple boom jumbo, to drill and blast in a safe manner.

Responsibilities

General:

• Visually inspect and wash down the working area, checking for misfires
• The ability to read and understand the ground support management plan and carry a copy of the current heading ground support plan into the heading.
• Conduct face prep prior to drilling rounds
• Ability to read and follow survey memos, mark up offsets line and grade.
• Ability to read and follow engineered drill profiles (Approved site standards)
• Perform minor repairs, such as changing shanks, couplings and hoses.
• Complete daily checklists/pre-starts on equipment and submit written and verbal reports to supervisor.
• Maintain working area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
• Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions as required to perform his duties in a safe and efficient manner
• Must be able to follow proper procedure to ensure safety and to control equipment damage
• The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Health and Safety:

• Having the authority and responsibility to maintain a safe and efficient working environment
• Following Redpath Canada Limited health and safety standards and systems, including the Five Point Safety System and the Cardinal Rules, and reporting any unsafe acts or conditions
• Responsible to ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment required in the performance of the work.
• Must have knowledge of the WHMIS legislation and know how to effectively use an MSDS sheet.
• Comply with the Act and Mining Regulations that apply to the work area.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• Ontario Hard Rock Underground Common Core - Full Basic (or other provincial equivalent preferred)
  • Required Specialty Modules: U0089 (or other provincial equivalent preferred)

Work Experience:

• 3 years or more experience with Jumbo
• 1 year of experience on a scoop
• 1 year of experience installing services
• 1 year of experience loading and blasting rounds.

Knowledge Required

• Demonstrated ability to read mine plans and specifications for underground mining.
• Demonstrate how to turn corners using offsets
• Ability to multi task and work effectively
• Ability to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently
• Respectful of cultural differences