Drill and Blast Operator

OceanaGold Haile; Kershaw (SC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, vision and dental insurance

401K

Professional development

Job summary

OceanaGold Haile in South Carolina is seeking a Drill Operator to operate heavy mining equipment safely, document drilling data, rebuild DTH hammers, and support blasting patterns.

You'll work 12-hour shifts in a surface mine, lift up to 50 pounds, and collaborate with a safety-focused team. Training and professional development are provided, with a comprehensive benefits package and bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience operating heavy equipment in mining or construction.
• Experience with Sandvik drills is preferred.
• Knowledge of drill patterns and design concepts is a plus.
• Ability to work in a team environment and follow safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently.
• Document and record all data for holes drilled during shift.
• Rebuild DTH hammers.
• Change out consumables on drill rig (bits, hammers, drill steels).
• QAQC blast patterns as needed.
• Communicate with supervisor and other team members.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

Sandvik DI650i experience

Sandvik DR410i experience

Drilling experience (oil/gas/explor.)

Blast hole loading experience

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Sandvik DI650i

Sandvik DR410i

Job description

Job Description

• Operate equipment safely and efficiently
• Document and record all data for holes drilled during shift.
• Rebuild DTH hammers
• Change out consumables on drill rig. (bits, hammers, Drill steels)
• QAQC Blast Patterns as Needed
• Communicate with supervisor and other members of the team

Qualifications

• Any experience with heavy equipment ( Dozer, excavator, Front end loader )
• Sandvik DI650i drill experience
• Sandvik DR410i drill experience
• Any Drilling experience ( oil and gas , exploration, RC )
• Blast hole loading experience
• Ability to lift to 50lbs
• Understanding of Drill Patterns and design
• Works well in a team environment
• Small support equipment experience (Skid steer, WA-270-wheel loader)
• Attention to detail
• Education

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, talk, hear and see.
• Must be able to work shift work with 12-hour shifts.
• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the workday.
• Work is in a surface mine setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity.
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine environment, including hart hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves, and any other protective equipment as required.

Additional Information

WHAT'S ON OFFER

• Competitive salary + short-term and long-term bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more
• Great residential location close to Charlotte SC, and is located between the mountains and sea.
• Long service recognition
• Living Our Values recognition program
• In-office snack shop
• Monthly paid training available and professional development
• Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

YOU MATTER

OceanaGold is committed to providing equal employment opportunities. We believe a variety of perspectives are not only welcome - they are essential to our success.