Jumbo Operator - Canadian Royalties Inc.

Redpath Mining Inc.; Quebec; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision care

Life insurance

Pension plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Redpath Mining Inc. seeks a Jumbo Operator for Northern Quebec underground operations. You will set up and operate jumbo booms to drill and blast safely, adhering to site plans and safety rules.

Rotation is 14 days on, 14 days off with 12-hour shifts; travel to Val d'Or, Montreal, Quebec City, Nunavik and La Grande Rivière; camp accommodation on site. Strong reading of mine plans and teamwork required.

Qualifications

• 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
• Read mine plans and specifications for underground mining
• Turn corners using offsets
• Ability to multi task and work effectively
• Work well in a team and independently
• Respect cultural differences

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect and wash down the working area, checking for misfires
• Read and follow the ground support management plan and carry the current heading ground support plan
• Conduct face prep prior to drilling rounds
• Read and follow survey memos, mark offsets and grade
• Read and follow engineered drill profiles
• Perform minor repairs (shanks, couplings, hoses)
• Complete daily checklists/pre-starts and report to supervisor
• Maintain clean and safe work area and equipment
• Follow safety procedures to prevent equipment damage

Skills

Jumbo operation experience

Scoop experience

Service installation experience

Loading and blasting experience

Read mine plans

Turn corners with offsets

Teamwork

Cultural respect

Job description

QC, Canada (On-site)

Job Description

Project: Canadian Royalties
Location: Northern Quebec (100km south of Deception Bay, 1800km north of Montreal Canada)
Rotation: 14 days on, 14 days off
Shifts: 12 hours
Travel : Flights to and from Val d'Or, Montreal, Quebec City, Nunavik and La Grande Rivière
Accommodation: Remote site - camp

Benefits

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

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

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 independent
• Respectful of cultural differences

About Us

In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.

Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.