Job Opportunity: JUMBO OPERATORS at North Mara Gold Mine

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POSITION DESCRIPTION:

North Mara Gold Mine Limited is seeking to recruit Jumbo Operators to join Underground Production team. The successful candidates for this position will carry out assigned tasks within the guidelines of Company Standard Operating Procedures as well as other assigned tasks within the range of competencies. Key duties are to operate Jumbo drilling rigs for mine development and install ground support according to quality specifications safely and efficiently. Also responsible for minimization of secondary breakage and over break and correct installation of ground support systems in accordance with geotechnical plans. The position will report to Production Manager – Underground. This is a two years fixed contract role..

 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Mark up faces in accordance with geological, statutory and survey specification.
• Install all ground support and drill cable bolt hole, decline etc.
• Work without supervision to lead and complete technical activities for the department and ensure   accurate and timely completion of activities.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures including but not limited to safety, confidentiality and environmental policies.
• Responsible for conducting and reporting results while maintaining accurate and detailed records and or plods.
•  Prepare communication materials, manuals and other written materials related to technical issues, programs or systems.
• Responds to complex technical problems, making decisions that are guided by policies.
• Prioritizes and schedules work that are requested by the department.
• May be responsible for the inspection and replacement of company tools.
• Provides informal mentoring and learning to colleagues with less experience to enhance their technical knowledge and skill sets.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:                                                             

• College or technical training equivalent to 2 years of study.
• Ability to read and understand designed ground support plans.
• Basic electrical and mechanical knowledge of jumbo rigs.
• Must demonstrate good oral / written communication skills in English.
• Team Player and result oriented.
• Mines Health & Safety Act Awareness.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• 08 -10 years of experience as a Jumbo Trainer/ Operator preferable under expatriate conditions.
• Excellent knowledge and experience with Tamrock 2009 Axera Twin Boom Jumbos.
• Proven previous experience in Underground Mining.
• Previous supervisory/Trainer experience.

SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:

• Understanding of basic Underground Mines Health & Safety Act.
• Knowledge on Underground Mining operations.
• Ability to work autonomously/independently with limited supervision.
• Ability to act and operate as part of a team and possess a “can do” attitude that will motivate the crew to action company directives, regardless of personal opinion.
• Good time management skills and the ability to complete tasks in a safe, timely and professional fashion.
• Ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Good analytical and organizational skills

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