Underground Jumbo Drill Operator — Safe, High-Impact Mining (Botswana)

SciTech Placements; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 211,000 - 281,000; Full time

Job summary

SciTech Placements is seeking a Jumbo Operator to safely operate jumbo drilling equipment in an underground hard-rock mining environment, Botswana. The role requires a minimum of 5 years’ experience with underground jumbo drills and a valid Drill Operator Certificate, with a strong emphasis on safety standards.

Responsibilities include performing drilling tasks per mine plans, conducting pre-start checks, reporting faults, and ensuring compliance with safety, health, and environmental policies

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience operating underground jumbo drills.
• Valid Drill Operator Certificate.
• Strong commitment to safety standards and procedures.
• Ability to work underground shifts in demanding mining conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate jumbo drill rigs safely and efficiently.
• Complete drilling activities according to mine plans and production targets.
• Conduct pre-start inspections and basic equipment checks.
• Report equipment faults and operational issues.
• Adhere to all mine safety, health, and environmental standards.

Skills

Experience 5+ yrs

Drill Operator Certificate

Safety standards

Underground shift work

Job description

SciTech Placements is seeking a Jumbo Operator to safely operate jumbo drilling equipment in an underground hard-rock mining environment, Botswana. The role requires a minimum of 5 years’ experience with underground jumbo drills and a valid Drill Operator Certificate, with a strong emphasis on safety standards.

Responsibilities include performing drilling tasks per mine plans, conducting pre-start checks, reporting faults, and ensuring compliance with safety, health, and environmental policies