Production Drill Operator - Contract

De Beers Group of Companies has an exciting opportunity for strong and committed individual to join the Mine Operations Department on a two-year long-term contract that will include vacation entitlement, benefits and bonus opportunity at the Gahcho Kué Mine Site based in the Northwest Territories. Reporting to the Drill & Blast Supervisor and working a two (2) week in / two (2) week out rotation, this position is responsible for the safe and effective operation of large rotary or percussion/hammer drills. The ideal candidate is one who is committed to safe working practices and strives for zero harm.

This is a contract position with an end date of February 2027, with the possibility of extension.

Key responsibilities:

• Operates drill equipment according to company procedures and standards;
• Reads drill pattern instructions or diagrams;
• Measures drill holes and inspecting drill pattern;
• Operates a variety of drilling machines to bore blast holes to specified depths at stake positions;
• Conducts daily safety checks and inspections of the equipment before operating; and
• Monitors equipment and reports any deficiencies according to proper mine operating procedures.

Reporting to the Drill & Blast Supervisor, the role is based in the Mine Operations department.  This is a site-based position with a 14 days in/14 days out rotation and is a two-year long-term contract position.