Jumbo Bolter Operator - North Mine

Job summary

The Jumbo Bolter Operator will be responsible for drilling, scaling, meshing, and bolting rounds using jumbos equipped with twin telescopic slides. The role requires demonstrating superior skills and safety awareness.

Job details

Project: North Mine Location: Sudbury, ON Rotation: 14 days on, 14 days off Shift Length: 10.5 hours Salary Range: $104,000 - $154,000/annum, range is variable and dependent on overtime worked and production bonus paid Allowance: Provided based on place of residence 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 Redpath Canada Limited is looking for Jumbo Bolter Operators with extensive experience at drilling, scaling, meshing and bolting rounds using jumbos equipped with twin telescopic slides. This technique was initially developed Internationally and is now widely used in many countries. The successful candidates will demonstrate superior skills, dexterity and safety awareness. Responsibilities Primary face drilling and scaling, drilling and bolting of inclines, declines, drifts and mass excavations. Identify and remedy misfires. Conduct prestart 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 Visually inspect, sound, scale and wash down work area, check for bootlegs and miss holes, flags lifters, adds or repairs vent tubing. Assess ground conditions at the face and implement ground control according to site requirements Extend grade and center line, mark face for drilling and circle bootlegs, maintain hanging wall and foot wall control in junction with geologist. Capable of jackleg and/or stopper drilling as needed. Determine location, spacing, depth and inclination of holes. Perform minor repairs, such as changing striker bars, couplings, water tubes and hose clamps. Complete daily logbooks on equipment and submit written and verbal reports to supervisor. Load, prime, time, connect and test blasting circuit. 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 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 reporting any unsafe acts or conditions Ability to participate and complete incident / accident investigations and take corrective action to prevent injury and / or re-occurrence Responsible to ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment. Must have knowledge of the WHMIS legislation and know how to effectively use an MSDS sheet. Comply with the Mine Regulation Act and Regulations clauses that apply to your work area. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred) Experience on Sandvik Jumbo is essential 3 years or more experience with operating Jumbo Drill in UG mining environment Ontario Hard Rock Underground Common Core – Full Basic (required) Required Specialty Modules: U0089 (or other provincial equivalent) Demonstrated ability to read mine plans and specifications for underground mining. Ability to multitask 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 In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. 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. Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

What you’ll do

The Jumbo Bolter Operator will be responsible for drilling, scaling, meshing, and bolting rounds using jumbos equipped with twin telescopic slides. The role requires demonstrating superior skills and safety awareness.

Requirements

Candidates must have extensive experience in the relevant techniques and demonstrate a high level of dexterity and safety awareness. A drug test is a pre-employment requirement.

Benefits

• Health • Dental • Vision Care • Life Insurance • Pension • Employee Assistance Program

Listed skills

• Safety awareness · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Drilling
• Scaling
• Meshing
• Bolting
• Safety Awareness
• Dexterity

Job areas

• Trades
• Construction
• Engineering
• Manufacturing
• Energy