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As part of the Technical Services Drilling Team this Diamond Driller Trainee provides support at the drill rig. This includes emptying core tubes and aligning drill core, maintaining a clean work area, assist with preventative maintenance, assist with drill moves, complete down hole surveys with supervision, assist with grouting holes, and any other tasks assigned by supervision.
Job Responsibility
Lead by example in promoting a strong safety culture, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and conducting regular safety meetings and inspections
Empty core tube and ensue proper core alignment in the core tray
Handle drill rods and drilling tools
Understand and assist with staging setup and site maintenance
Assist with operational checks and preventative maintenance
Assist with grouting completed drill holes
Ability to provide meaningful feedback to drill rig and tooling suppliers while Foran is actively engaged in the research and development of new drilling technology and tooling
Ensure compliance with mining regulations, environmental permits, and company policies related to underground mining operations
Be prepared to respond to emergencies or incidents that may occur during underground mining activities, following established emergency protocols
Foster effective communication and collaboration with other mine site departments and personnel to optimize overall mine site operations
Requirements
High School Diploma or Vocational training
Underground exposure would be an asset
Manual labour or forestry experience would be an asset
Mechanical aptitude is an asset
An understanding of core drilling would be an asset
Ability to work in a safety sensitive and physically demanding job
Possession of relevant safety certifications and First Aid is an asset
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively convey instructions, coordinate with teams, and communicate with mine site management
Organizational and time management skills to prioritize tasks and manage shifting priorities in a dynamic mining environment
Nice to have
Underground exposure
Manual labour or forestry experience
Mechanical aptitude
An understanding of core drilling
Possession of relevant safety certifications and First Aid
What we offer
Competitive Hourly Rate: $26.15 base + a target-based monthly bonus range of $2.74 to $5.15/hr
100% Employer paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-term disability Insurance