Career Opportunities: Driller I (42667)

Requisition ID 42667 - Posted 

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Newmont Suriname was established in 2004 as an entity of Newmont Mining Corporation and is headquartered in Paramaribo, Suriname. Located in South America, Suriname was originally settled as a Dutch colony, is very culturally diverse and enjoys a tropical climate. The Merian Project is located approximately 60 km south of Moengo in a largely undeveloped part of the country with the nearest permanent settlement, Langa Tabiki, approximately 17 km east from the Project site. Strong support from host communities and the government of Suriname strengthen Merian's ability to deliver safe, profitable production with significant upside potential and opportunity for employees, host communities and shareholders.

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Purpose

The Drill Operator I is responsible to safely and efficiently operating a production drill in all aspects of drilling activities which includes but not limited to performing a daily safety inspection, reporting maintenance faults in a timely manner, operating the assigned drill equipment, reading drill pattern instructions, drilling blast holes to the correctly specified depth, ensuring he/she maintains the integrity of the drilled holes to allow an effective drilling sample to be taken, has a basic level understanding of MineStar, effectively and efficiently managing the drill under his/her control. 

The Drill Operator I directly executes drilling functions follows procedures, is in training and works together with Drill Samplers or Drill and Blast Technicians. he/she has no direct reports

The Drill Operator I is responsible specifically for the Drilling works across multiple areas of the mining operations he/she works closely with other Technicians and Business Partners on a daily basis.

Essential Duties

• Follow the instructions of the Drill and Blast Supervisor
• Start and end timely ensuring all delays are minimised
• Work without risk or harm to self and others
• Practice sound work practices under direction, ask questions when an instruction is not clear.
• Communicate and provide work status handovers to incoming Drill Operators and the Drill and Blast Supervisor
• Communicate with the Dispatcher regarding hazards encountered to provide sufficient information to the incoming crew for the smooth running of the drill
• Consistently exercise discretion and judgement in job performance.
• Define and implement basic level drilling strategies for all tasks, allocated assets and support equipment, considering operational requirements and available resources
• Follow safe and efficient procedures for all routine tasks in compliance with legislation and Newmont Standards

Training & Experience

Knowledge: 

• Secondary School/ Technical Diploma/Trades Degree/ Specialized Technical Training Certificate
• Have some knowledge of mechanical systems and demonstrated ability to perform and document a thorough pre-operational inspection to evaluate mechanical condition of the drill.
• Proficient safety knowledge of Drilling STP’s, SOP’s.

Experience: 

• Two (2) years’ experience working in a Mining Environment.
• Experience in machine monitoring (making sure machine is working properly)
• Experience in coordinating tasks.
• Proficient in operating other mining equipment including stemming loader, tele handler, 785 truck

Skills and Abilities: 

• Demonstrate good work ethic.
• Commitment to personal safety.
• Clear understanding of connection with personal work assignment and accomplishment of group goals.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others and see work through completion.
• Ability to learn and comprehend new concepts and new work processes.
• Solid skills with equipment / technical work as required to complete job.
• Proficient computer skills and knowledge of equipment required to complete work.
• Proficient level  communication skills.
• Ability to complete complex forms/documents and order required parts/equipment to complete and document work.
• Set a standard for new drillers through being punctual and having a positive attitude.
• Sranang Tongo, Dutch and/or English language skills are required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license appropriate to the requirements of the vehicle being driven.

Working Conditions

Work location: Merian Sipaliwini

Work Schedule: 14x7x12 Day & Night shift

Our business success comes from the accomplishments and well-being of our employees and contractors. Our goal is to build a workplace culture that fosters leaders and allows every person to thrive, contribute, and grow. We are committed to selecting and developing our employees, and to establishing a work environment where everyone can take an active part in reaching our strategic goals while feeling a sense of pride in working at Newmont.

Newmont seeks to recruit, hire, place and promote qualified applicants, meaning applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the position, without regard to personal characteristics such as gender, race, nationality, ethnic, social and indigenous origin, religion or belief, disability, age or sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

NOTE: Newmont does not ask for or require job applicants to pay money to apply or be considered for employment with the Company. In addition, Newmont does not ask potential job candidates to provide sensitive personal data without first submitting a job application through our secure, online portal, and only as requested for legitimate business purposes. If you are asked to provide money or sensitive personal data through any other means, do not respond and please report this immediately to　it.sec@newmont.com.

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