Drill & Blast Drill Operator

Oceanagold; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Excellent benefits

Residential location near Charlotte

Training and development

Job summary

OceanaGold’s Haile Gold Mine in South Carolina is seeking a drilling support operator to work safely and efficiently on shift. You will operate equipment, document data from holes drilled, and assist with routine maintenance and safety.

Ideal candidates have drilling or heavy equipment experience, can lift 50 lbs, work as part of a team, and adapt to a 12-hour shift in a surface mine environment. The role offers competitive pay, benefits and opportunities for training.

Qualifications

• Experience with heavy equipment (Dozer, excavator, Front end loader).
• Drilling experience (oil and gas, exploration, RC).
• Blast hole loading experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Understanding of drill patterns and design.
• Works well in a team environment.
• Small support equipment experience (Skid steer, WA-270 wheel loader).

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

Drilling experience

Blast hole loading

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Drill patterns

Teamwork

Small equipment

Job description

OceanaGold is a global intermediate gold and copper producer with more than 35 years of exploration, development and operating experience. We have four operating mines – Haile in the USA, Macraes and Waihi in New Zealand, and Didipio in the Philippines and a global workforce of ~5,400 employees and contractors.

Our people, assets, and strategy are core to our success. Guided by our values—Care, Respect, Integrity, Performance, and Teamwork,we strive to be a trusted company people want to work for, partner with, supply and invest in, to create value. We are committed to safe and responsible mining that generates strong returns and contributes to sustainable development in the regions where we operate. OceanaGold is listed on the Toronto and New York Stock Exchanges (TSX: OGC; NYSE: OGC).

Haile Gold Mine located in South Carolina is the largest gold mine on the East Coast of America. Our employees are at the heart of all we do. With 84% of our employees living in the surrounding community, they are neighbors and friends as well. Join our team, where your expertise can make a true impact!

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 )
• 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)
• 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, NC, and is located between the mountains and sea.
• Long service recognition
• Living Our Values recognition program
• 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 believea variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success.Should you require any assistance applying for this opportunity, please contact usat [emailprotected]

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