Drill Operator

MTW Employment Services; Location (WV); On-site; USD 107,976 - 114,885; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company transportation

Job summary

MTW Employment Services is looking for a Contour Drill Operator based in Geraldton, Ontario. This role involves operating the D65Smartroc drill while ensuring safe and efficient practices in line with company policies.

Candidates should have over 3 years of relevant experience, excellent communication skills, and a valid driver’s license. Competitive salary range is $107,976 to $114,885, with company transportation from multiple pick-up points.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience operating a contour drill at a mine site.
• Able to read, understand, and follow work instructions safely.
• Willingness to work in an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate the D65Smartroc drill safely and efficiently.
• Perform field level risk assessments.
• Complete logbooks and daily reports on drilling operations.

Skills

Contour drill operation

Field level risk assessment

Communication

Tools

D65Smartroc

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a Contour Drill Operator to join our team. Reporting to the Mine Operations Supervisor, the Contour Drill Operator is responsible for safely and productively operating a D65Smartroc.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the D65Smartroc drill in a safe and efficient way in accordance with all relevant legislation, company policies and procedures.
• Perform field level risk assessments.
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping as well as refilling all fluids and replacing tooling as required.
• Complete logbooks and daily reports on delays, production, geological information, and safety issues.
• Use two-way-radio, and horn signals to communicate with other operators and ensure safety.
• Use the drill according to operating practices to bore holes varying in sizes from 165mm to 229mm.
• Monitor gauges, and other indicators to make ensure the drill is working properly, report discrepancies.
• Monitor gauges and adjust pull-down, hold-back, rotation and air pressures to optimize penetration rates and borehole quality as ground conditions change.

Required Experience and Skill Set

• 3+ years of experience operating a contour drill at a mine site.

Job Conditions

• Self‑motivated with track record of successfully working independently.
• Manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Able to read, understand, and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate, and timely manner.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Takes initiative and works independently.
• Willing to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment.
• Willing to perform repetitive tasks.
• This position is based in Geraldton, Ontario.

Certifications

• Valid driver’s license.
• Heavy Equipment Operator training or related experience required.
• Common Core for Surface Mining is an asset.

Benefits

• Company transportation from multiple pick‑up point locations.
• Salary range: $107,976.00 to $114,885.00.

EEO Statement

Greenstone Gold Mines is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.