AUMS Longhole Trainer

We are actively seeking an Experienced Longhole Driller to join us in our African Operations. The roster on offer is 6 weeks on and 3 weeks off.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Make sure that the relevant Safety, Mining and other statutory Codes and Regulations are followed.
• Accurately drilling a series of Longhole to a design pattern using a mechanised drill.
• Reads and accurately follows mine instruction plans with skill and precision ensuring holes are drilled to design line, gradient, and profile.
• Communicate with surveyors, geologists, and engineers to optimise drill patters and metres.
• Set up and troubleshoot on Longhole Drill rigs.
• Accesses face conditions at the start of the job and scale from height according to site requirements.

Essential Requirements:

• A demonstrated passion for safety and a proactive attitude toward ensuring that safety is front of mind for all employees at all times.
• Experience in training a national workforce.
• A minimum of five years' experience in the Underground Mining Industry.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience solely as an Underground Longhole Driller.
• Knowledge of Underground Mining Practices and the efficient operation of an Underground Longhole Machine.
• Highly organised and able to work efficiently with limited supervision.
• Strong experience operating DL431 and DL421 drill rigs essential.