Jumbo Operator - North Mine

REDPATH MINING; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global mining solutions provider in Greater Sudbury is looking for a Jumbo Operator to set up and operate a jumbo drill. The role emphasizes safety and includes responsibilities such as conducting equipment checks and performing minor repairs. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 3 years of experience with Jumbo machinery, alongside knowledge of mining plans. This position offers comprehensive health and safety programs.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision care

Pension and employee assistance program

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.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate a single or multiple boom jumbo.
• Visually inspect and wash down the working area.
• Conduct face prep prior to drilling rounds.
• Complete daily checklists/pre-starts on equipment.

Skills

Ability to read mine plans

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Cultural respect

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Project: North Mine

Rotation: 5/4 - 4/5 or 7-7

Shift Length: 10.5

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.

General

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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
  
  

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
  
  

About Us

Redpath provides full service mining solutions and innovation around the world since 1962.

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.