Driller

Job Description

Newmont Mining Corporation is a leading global gold producer with key assets in Nevada, Peru, Australia, Ghana and Suriname.

Newmont’s Africa Operations holds two gold mining operations in Ghana: the Ahafo Mine located in the Brong-Ahafo region and the Akyem Mine located in the Eastern region. There is also near mine exploration and development focus in Ghana to annually replace gold reserves. Newmont Africa also has early-stage exploration programs in the African countries of Ethiopia and Morocco.

Our Africa operations employ approximately 5,900 employees and contractors, with the majority working at the Ahafo Mine. We offer an unparalleled blend of opportunity and career satisfaction with all the benefits you would expect from a global company. This, combined with our growth opportunities, makes Newmont a great company to work.

Our Akyem and Ahafo mines have made significant sustainable community development investments in our host communities. These include establishing Development Funds at our Akyem and Ahafo operational areas with each mine contributing US$1 per ounce of gold sold and 1% of net pre-tax annual profit into its community development fund.

The only gold company listed in the S&P 500 index, Newmont in 2007 became the first gold company selected to be part of the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index. Newmont’s industry leading performance is reflected through our Africa operations’ high standards in environmental management, health and safety for our workforce and creating value and opportunity for our employees, host communities and Newmont’s shareholders.

About This Role

To conduct daily operation of drills, monitor associated consumables to drill in an in-situ rock mass or boulders and prepare them sufficiently for blasting, in a safe and controlled manner.

In This Role You Will

Drilling Pre-Shift and On-Shift Activities

Drilling Activities: Drilling activities include pre-shift meetings, pre-start inspections, and monitoring equipment performance.
Drill Types: Two types of drills are used: pre-split drill (Cubex) and production drill (D45KS).
Drill Management: Drill management involves maintaining accuracy, managing consumables, and meeting production targets.
Reporting: Reporting includes providing accurate information to Dispatch and reporting accidents and incidents.
Supervision: Supervise Drill Helpers and assist in developing peers.

Drill Post-Shift Handover

Communicate work status, hazards, and shift activities to incoming Driller for smooth operations.
Prepare and maintain daily drill report and log book outlining shift activities.

Stakeholder Management and Engagement

Liaise with the Drill Supervisor to maintain ongoing communication during all drilling activity.
Collaborate closely with maintenance mechanics and the mine production team.
Communicate with Dispatcher and other Drillers using communication devices such as two-way radios.
Ensure own drilling work meets established statutory standards.

Health and Safety Management

Prioritizes health and safety management by following safety policies, procedures, and legislation, and ensuring all work areas comply with internal and external standards for self and team.
Communicate with Dispatcher and other Drillers using communication devices such as two-way radios.
Ensure own drilling work meets established statutory standards.

Your Training, Skills & Experience Checklist

Formal Qualification (including Professional Registrations).

Completion of WASSCE or equivalent certificate.

Additional Knowledge.

MINCOM Equipment Competency.
License E (drill).
Strong understanding of drill tool mechanical systems.
General understanding of mining operations.
General understanding of equipment controls and electronics.
General knowledge in mid-to-heavy equipment operation.

Experience

Minimum of 2 – 3 years’ drilling and off-siding experience in a large open pit or quarry environment.

Technical Skills

Strong technical communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
Strong concentration skills.
Strong time management skills.
Strong risk management skills.
Strong troubleshooting skills.
Sound planning, organising and prioritising skills.
Sound analytical and problem-solving skills.
Sound information monitoring skills.
Ability to communicate using signals.
Ability to follow procedures (especially around hazardous materials and equipment).
Ability to operate a two-way radio and follow instructions.
Ability to visualise three-dimensional (2D / 3D) layouts.

Behavioural Attributes

Detail oriented.
Goal oriented.
Takes initiative.
Manual dexterity.
Safety conscious.
Team player.

Working Conditions

Position is located in Ahafo North.

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

Our business success comes from the accomplishments and well-being of our employees and contractors. Our goal is to build a workplace culture that fosters leaders and allows every person to thrive, contribute, and grow. We are committed to selecting and developing our employees, and to establishing a work environment where everyone can take an active part in reaching our strategic goals while feeling a sense of pride in working at Newmont.

Newmont seeks to recruit, hire, place and promote qualified applicants, meaning applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the position, without regard to personal characteristics such as gender, race, nationality, ethnic, social and indigenous origin, religion or belief, disability, age or sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. As part of our diversity efforts. females are encouraged to apply.

NOTE: Newmont does not ask for or require job applicants to pay money to apply or be considered for employment with the Company. In addition, Newmont does not ask potential job candidates to provide sensitive personal data without first submitting a job application through our secure, online portal, and only as requested for legitimate business purposes. If you are asked to provide money or sensitive personal data through any other means, do not respond and please report this immediately to it.sec@newmont.com.