Underground Raisebore/Driller Assistant

Cameco Corporation; McArthur's Mills; On-site; CAD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Come work with Cameco Corporation at the McArthur River mine site. The role involves assisting in operating raisebore and longhole drills and related equipment, with emphasis on safety and efficient setup, teardown, and placements of drilling gear.

Ideal candidates have underground experience, strong organization and communication skills, and are comfortable with a rotational schedule including site commutes by aircraft. A minimum Grade 12 education is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum grade twelve education or equivalent.
• Previous work as a driller’s helper in a mining environment.
• Minimum of two years underground work experience.
• Strong organizational, problem solving and communication skills.
• Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operating raisebore and longhole drills and all associated equipment.
• Assist in the moving, set-up, teardown, and placements of raisebore/longhole drilling equipment and drills.
• Assist in the installation and removal of bits and reamers.

Skills

Underground work experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Driller's helper experience

Education

Grade 12 (or equivalent)

Tools

Raisebore drills

Longhole drills

Skid steer

Job description

Come work with Cameco Corporation at the McArthur River mine site. The role involves assisting in operating raisebore and longhole drills and related equipment, with emphasis on safety and efficient setup, teardown, and placements of drilling gear.

Ideal candidates have underground experience, strong organization and communication skills, and are comfortable with a rotational schedule including site commutes by aircraft. A minimum Grade 12 education is required.