Jumbo Operator - North Mine

Project: North Mine
Rotation:  7 days on 7 days off
Shift Length: 10.5
Salary Range: $78,000 - $128,000/annum, range is variable and dependent on overtime worked and production bonus paid
Benefits: Redpath offers comprehensive benefits including but not limited to health, dental and vision care, life insurance, pension and employee assistance program
Pre-employment requirement: Drug Test

Job Summary:

The primary role of a Jumbo Operator is to set up and operate a single or multiple boom jumbo, to drill and blast in a safe manner.

 

General:

• Visually inspect and wash down the working area, checking for misfires 


• The ability to read and understand the ground support management plan and carry a copy of the current heading ground support plan into the heading.


• Conduct face prep prior to drilling rounds


• Ability to read and follow survey memos, mark up offsets line and grade.


• Ability to read and follow engineered drill profiles (Approved site standards)


• Perform minor repairs, such as changing shanks, couplings and hoses.


• Complete daily checklists/pre-starts on equipment and submit written and verbal reports to supervisor. 


• Maintain working area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition. 


• Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions as required to perform his duties in a safe and efficient manner


• Must be able to follow proper procedure to ensure safety and to control equipment damage 


• The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Health and Safety: 

• Having the authority and responsibility to maintain a safe and efficient working environment


• Following Redpath Canada Limited health and safety standards and systems, including the Five Point Safety System and the Cardinal Rules, and reporting any unsafe acts or conditions


• Responsible to ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment required in the performance of the work.


• Must have knowledge of the WHMIS legislation and know how to effectively use an MSDS sheet.


• Comply with the Act and Mining Regulations that apply to the work area.

Education:  

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Experience:

• 3 years or more experience with Jumbo 


• 1 year of experience on a scoop


• 1 year of experience installing services


• 1 year of experience loading and blasting rounds.

Knowledge Required 

• Demonstrated ability to read mine plans and specifications for underground mining.


• Demonstrate how to turn corners using offsets


• Ability to multi task and work effectively  


• Ability to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently


• Respectful of cultural differences