Surface Diamond Driller

Boart Longyear; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 48,216 - 55,104; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Accommodations on request

Job summary

Boart Longyear in Saskatoon, Canada is seeking experienced Surface Diamond Drillers. The role involves rotary, core, sonic drilling across diverse environments; you should be prepared for tough physical work and joining a global team.

You will operate drilling equipment, monitor safety, follow procedures, and contribute to high-quality results. The position offers competitive hourly pay and a $10,000 signing bonus for qualified drillers, with opportunities for growth and training.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of diamond drilling operator experience.
• Valid First Aid Certificate.
• Sufficient language skills, literacy, and numeracy skills to perform all job-related tasks.

Responsibilities

• Safety is PARAMOUNT in our business. follow policies, procedures, and laws at all times.
• Safely perform all duties, taking care of equipment and co-workers.
• Maintain and optimize life of site equipment and tools.
• May train new Driller Assistants in a safe environment.
• Be physically fit for work.
• Work under the supervision of a driller or field supervisor.
• Follow EHS policies and conduct local risk control.
• Apply first aid when needed.
• Support drilling operations: handle rods/tools, sample collection, maintain tools, and conduct basic maintenance.

Skills

Diamond drilling

First Aid

Physical fitness

Safety awareness

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

Company Overview

Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world's leading provider of drilling services, orebody knowledge technology, and innovative, safe, and productivity-driven drilling equipment. With its main focus in mining and exploration activities spanning a wide range of commodities, including copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and other metals and minerals, the Company holds a substantial presence in the energy, oil sands exploration, and environmental sectors.

Company Overview

Established in 1890, Boart Longyear is the world's leading provider of drilling services, orebody knowledge technology, and innovative, safe, and productivity-driven drilling equipment. With its main focus in mining and exploration activities spanning a wide range of commodities, including copper, gold, nickel, zinc, uranium, and other metals and minerals, the Company holds a substantial presence in the energy, oil sands exploration, and environmental sectors.

The Global Drilling Services division operates for a diverse mining customer base with drilling methods including diamond coring exploration, reverse circulation, large diameter rotary, mine dewatering, water supply drilling, pump services, production, and sonic drilling services.

Our People

At Boart Longyear, people are our most important asset, and we understand that the best ideas are developed because of collaborative efforts between individuals with diverse backgrounds, opinions, and perspectives; That is why we are committed to diversity and inclusion in our work teams, fostering environments free of discrimination and harassment, where everyone feels free to present their opinions and be heard.

Our Vision

Boart Longyear's vision is to be the global industry leader in safety, drilling innovation and productivity.

Our Values

Our success as a business depends on how we operate. The 'how' is the distinctive way in which we conduct our business, guided by our values of Integrity, Health & Safety, Teamwork & Diversity, Customer Focus and Sustainability.

Job Summary

Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity and a gratifying career? Boart Longyear is currently recruiting for experienced Surface Diamond Drillers to join our team. We realize drilling can be a tough and physically demanding position; however, we’re looking for people who are willing to work hard and collect some great paychecks.

In a global environment, Boart Longyear is the client’s choice in the industries we serve, including minerals exploration, environment and infrastructure drilling. The teams that work in Drilling Services for Boart Longyear are the global industry leaders in the application of rotary, core, sonic, and percussive drilling. Our global teams of drillers are experienced, knowledgeable, safety-focused, and committed to our customers and our business.

Hourly Wage

$35.28/hr - $40.26/hr plus bonus.

$10,000 SIGNING BONUS FOR QUALIFIED DRILLERS

Job Responsibilities

• Safety is PARAMOUNT in our business. You must follow all established policies, procedures, and best practices as well as the law at all times.


• As an employee, you must safely perform all your duties taking care of the equipment and co-workers that you work with.


• You will be responsible for the general condition and obtaining optimum life out of all site equipment and tools.


• You may be responsible for the training of new Driller Assistants in a safe environment.


• Be physically fit for work


• Work under the instructions of a driller/drilling field supervisor or division manager. Daily routine work is accomplished with more or less direction depending on the competency level.


• Work safely and follow EHS policies and procedures and conduct local risk control


• Have the ability to apply first aid


• Support the drilling operations: handle rods and drilling tools, collect and handle samples, mix drilling fluids, carry out basic maintenance of tools and equipment, housekeeping, supplies count, perform basic measurement and calculations, carry out basic operator maintenance, complete pre-start checks, refuel vehicles and plant.


• May be required to operate non-drilling equipment such as light or heavy vehicles, cranes, telehandlers, forklifts, skidders, track-mounted utility vehicles, etc


• Monitor a safe workplace, maintain workplace safety, and apply risk management processes for the elimination of work-related injuries, damage to equipment, and incident-related lost time.


• Maintain accurate operating records, including daily drill reports and inventory logs


• Contribute to and establish effective workplace relationships


• Provide training through instruction and demonstration of work skills, coaching, and mentoring to other field employees.

Position Qualifications

• Valid First Aid Certificate


• Valid driver's licence is an assset


• Sufficient language skills, literacy, and numeracy skills to perform all job-related tasks


• 1+ years of diamond drilling operator experience


• Fly experience is an asset


• Exposure to exploration diamond drilling environments and techniques is preferred


• This position requires the successful candidate to meet the Fitness for Duty program standards.

This posting is a standing posting and may or may not reflect current opportunities.

This posting reflects an existing vacancy and we are actively seeking a qualified applicant to fill the role.

Boart Longyear welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process as per the guidelines of the Accessibilities for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we thank all who apply but will only be contacting those selected for an interview.