Jumbo Operator - Underground Drilling & Safe Blasting (7/7)

REDPATH MINING; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision care

Life insurance

Pension plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

A leading mining company in Canada seeks a Jumbo Operator for the North Mine. You will operate boom jumbos for drilling and blasting while ensuring a safe working environment. The ideal candidate has over three years of Jumbo experience and a commitment to safety protocols. This role offers a 7 days on, 7 days off rotation and comprehensive benefits including health and dental care.

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

• Visually inspect and wash down the working area.
• Read and understand ground support management plans.
• Conduct face prep prior to drilling rounds.
• Perform minor repairs.
• Complete daily checklists on equipment.

Skills

Ability to read mine plans

Multi-tasking

Teamwork

Independent work

Respect for cultural differences

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Project: North Mine

Rotation: 7 days on 7 days off

Shift Length: 10.5

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.

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

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.