Participate in developing exploration/drilling SOP’s. Implement, train geotechnicians and drill contractors on the same
Conduct regular safety audits of drill rigs and follow-up on findings. Make sure drilling and other contractors are complying with SSR policies
Provide site specific training to contractors (kick off or onboarding meetings)
Inspect equipment and laydown yard
Accurately reports drill locations, hole conditions, sample quality, sample recovery and delays to drilling. Cor-ordinate with drilling contractor to achieve 100% sample recovery without compromising sample quality.
Conduct line out and safety meetings
Identify training needs of geotechnicians and co-ordinate providing the same through mine training department or external consultants
Develop geotechnicians with intent of building bench strength for future supervisors
Review Geotech career progression and co-ordinate with HR to develop improvement plans
Effectively communicates issues and needs to Geologist and drilling crews
Reports and participates in incident investigations and contractor’s safety meetings
Ensures work area inspections are done to standards and resolve issues
Ensures work areas are safe and free of hazards. Performs Field Level Risk Assessments and other Risk assessment protocols as needed
Unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship including immediately reporting and mitigating spills and other environmental impacts
Conduct safety interactions with drill contractors
This role requires frequent interaction with department employees, supervision, management and vendors on a regular basis to provide assistance, service and support
Drive contractor compliance with SSR Drill Standards
Maintain gas monitors on all rigs
Ensure the fatigue management system is in place with weekly audits
Weekly progression meeting with contractor supervisors
Create scope of works to assist procurement with the RFP process
Monthly inventory of all drilling supplies to be ordered
Reconcile invoices every two weeks
Required Skills
Must be able to communicate effectively, in English using all standard forms of business communication
Familiarity and understanding of exploration process including different drilling techniques, sample quality and sampling methodologies
Computer viz., skills Microsoft packages, AutoCad, SAP or similar software.
GIS and database software skills will be advantageous
Excellent organizational, problem solving skills, critical thinking and multitasking skills
Clear understanding and willingness to observe and practice company SOPs and policies
Strong understanding of safety policies and procedures relating to drilling core and RC
Must be licensed to fly a Drone or have the ability to obtain a license
Ability to adapt to changes
Experience in contract management
Knowledge of the QA QC program
Ability to use and teach survey tools for collars
Stong understanding of drill plan mapping
Required Experience
Previous drilling and minimum 3 years as a geo-technician
Experience with exploration drilling, specific technical knowledge of air rotary and core drilling
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