Jumbo Operator

Perenti Group Services Pty Ltd•Area F (Dease Lake), BC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. has new exciting opportunities for an experienced Jumbo Operator at the Red Chris Mine in northern British Columbia. Working a FIFO rotation on an even time roster. Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the Jumbo Operator is responsible for providing efficient high-speed development using a multi-boom jumbo following specific drill/blast designed patterns while meeting safety standards, targets and deadlines to maximize productivity and profitability.

Requirements

Minimum High School Diploma or equivalency
Demonstrated experience in a Jumbo Operator role, preference to those currently operating in a frontline operator capacity
Competent in bolt, mesh and boring with a twin boom split feed jumbo
The ability to work both independently and within a team in a fast-paced, rapidly changing, cross-cultural environment with high degree of professionalism and self-motivation is essential
Proven ability to recognize and follow verbal and written instructions
Able to effectively prioritize workload to ensure deadlines are met

Nice To Haves

10-15 years’ experience in underground hard rock mining
Manual transmission experiences an asset

Responsibilities

Follow survey plans to determine location, spacing, depth and angle of holes
Assess ground conditions at the work area, sounding, scaling and washing-down face
Work as part of a team with engineers, geologists, surveyors, operations and maintenance
Boring of development rounds to desired profile and in accordance with the mine’s safety act and regulations
Installation of ground support in accordance with ground control management plan
Ensure that work quality is high and that all controls are used and adhered to
Ensure that equipment is used in accordance with training provided
Ensure that the equipment used is always maintained in good operating condition
Document reports detailing work performed, problems diagnosed, prechecks on all equipment and machinery used in the day and all other required shift paperwork
Immediately report problems/failures that may impact the team, or the company, to your Shift Supervisor
Maintain and demonstrate a professional and courteous relationship with employees, subcontractors, the client and all other personnel
Practice good general housekeeping in the work area and equipment
Maintain a valid Driver’s License; manual transmission experiences an asset
Understand and comply with all PPE requirements in work areas
Demonstrate commitment to all mine site safety rules, procedures and regulations, while ensuring the safety of others
Assist with other aspects of the operation such as mine services and mucking, when required
Other duties may be assigned by your supervisor, as required