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Eleonore Development - Jumbo Bolter Operator - Split Feed

Employer
Redpath
Location
Northern Quebec, Quebec, Canada
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Dec 7, 2021

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Category
Machinery Operators
Work Term
Permanent
Work Load
Full Time
Language
English
Project:

Newmont - Éléonore

Location:

James Bay area, Québec, Canada

Rotation:

2 weeks in 2 weeks out

Shift Length:

12 hours

Travel:

Flight provided or travel paid to client's provided charter flights from Rouyn-Noranda, Val d'Or, Chibougamau, Wemindji or Montréal.

Accommodation:

Remote site - camp setting

Compensation:

Redpath Limited offers comprehensive benefit
  • Health Care and Dental + Vision Care
  • Life Insurance
  • Pension Plan
  • Employee Assistance Program


At Redpath, our people are our primary resource. Without their talent, skills and "we like a challenge" attitude, we would not survive as an organization. In recognition of this fundamental fact, we have implemented processes, methods, strategies and codes of conduct aimed at attracting, training and retaining competent and skilled personnel of all descriptions. Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices.

Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath's employees are the heart of the company's success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.

At Redpath, the health and safety of our employees and stakeholders are of the utmost importance.

We continually strive to achieve the highest standards in health and safety - zero harm. Through the development of a safety culture, built on a common understanding of safety principles and a commitment by all employees, we will meet our goal of "Safety First, Last and Always".

Summary:

Redpath Canada Limited is currently hiring operators with extensive experience at drilling, scaling, meshing and bolting rounds using jumbos equipped with twin telescopic slides. This technique was initially developed in Australia and is now widely used in many countries. The successful candidates will demonstrate superior skills, dexterity and safety awareness.

Roles and Responsibilities:
  • Primary face drilling and scaling, drilling and bolting of inclines, declines, drifts and mass excavations.
  • Identify and remedy misfires.
  • Conduct pre start checks of equipment and drill site.
  • Read and follow driving layouts and ground support instructions.
  • Ensure that the work is carried out through adherence to specifications, schedules and standards.
  • Familiar with hard rock mining techniques


Required Skills and Qualifications:
  • Experience on Sandvik Jumbo is essential
  • 3 years or more experience with operating Jumbo Drill in UG mining environment
  • Demonstrated ability to read mine plans and specifications for underground mining.
  • Ability to multi task and work effectively
  • Ability to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently
  • Must have the ability to adapt to change
  • Good communication skills


Health and Safety:
  • Follow Company and Client health and safety standards and report all unsafe acts or conditions to supervisor
  • Responsible to ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment
  • Work in accordance with local legislation
  • Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives


Pre-employment requirement:
  • Drug test
  • Criminal Background Check
  • Medical


Requirements
  • FMTM (Formation modular du Québec) or equivalent (Underground Hard Rock Mining Common Core of Ontario)
  • specialty modules U0089 et U0092 an asset
  • Valid driver's license
  • General explosives permit
  • Drug test
  • Ability to communicate and work in French or English

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity and to build a career in an innovative and dynamic organization, submit your resume by clicking on Apply Now below.

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