Cable Bolt Operator

Barrick Mining Corporation • Grant District, WV

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Kibali Gold Mine is seeking to recruit a Cable Bolter Operator to join and grow our team. The key duties of the Cable Bolter Operator are to operate the Cable Bolting Rig for the installation of ground support in the mines according to quality specifications, safely and efficiently. You will be expected to align to the Barrick DNA and to operate within our mining assets with our best people teams. You will contribute in a safe and cost-effective manner to achieve targets in accordance with Mine Safety Standards, Policies and Procedures and ensure daily targets are met. Join our exceptional team and embody Barrick's core values as you work with us. We are in search of individuals who can champion Barrick's DNA by: Communicating Honestly, Transparently, and Acting with Integrity, Exhibiting a Results-Driven approach, Delivering solutions that are Fit for Purpose, Dedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable Legacy, Taking Responsibility and being Accountable, Committing to Zero Harm, Cultivating strong and meaningful Partnerships. If you're ready to contribute to our world-class team while embracing these values, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our diverse workforce.

Requirements

• High School or equivalent qualification
• Relevant Cable Bolter competency certification
• Minimum of 3 - 5 year’s practical experience of operating a Cable Bolter in an underground mining environment.
• Underground drilling knowledge and skills.
• Ability to read and understand cable bolt layouts.
• Strong knowledge & understanding of ground support standards.
• Sound knowledge and experience of underground mining practices and operations.
• Knowledge of Safety, Health and Environmental Legislation and standards applicable to underground mining.

Nice To Haves

• Previous operation of Sandvik Cable Bolters will be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to our safety culture (journey to zero) by adhering to all health and safety standards, policies, procedures and legislation.
• To drill ground support holes, install cable and grout them according to the mine ground support specifications.
• To avoid over drilling and under drilling and work in accordance to standards, plans and layouts as well as the geotechnical plans.
• Follow a markup in accordance with geological, statutory and survey specifications.
• Work with technical and supervisory staff in all quality and safety initiatives.
• Ensure end of shift reports are up to date.
• Perform visual inspections of equipment before, and during operation according to procedure to minimise breakdowns and operational losses by the timeous reporting of defects / abnormalities to the Supervisor.
• Operate equipment according to relevant mining requirements and Standard Operating Procedures to achieve daily bolting targets.
• Conduct efficient housekeeping of the equipment and work areas.

Benefits

• A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits
• The ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless
• Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED