Job Summary:
Operate and carry out the drilling operation in a timely and safe manner.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Drive and operate tracked or truck-mounted rotary drilling, air-track or other drilling machines to bore large blast holes to specified depths at staked positions in open-pit mine or quarry.
Operate drilling machines to drill blast holes in rock at road or other construction sites.
Operate tracked or truck-mounted drill equipped with auger or other attachment to drill holes for building foundations or pilings.
May measure location and stake out pattern of holes to be drilled, load blast holes with explosives and detonate explosives to dislodge limestone or rock.
Ensure adherence to HSE procedures and regulations in the performance of duties.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Supervisor, Drilling & Blasting from time to time.
Key Requirements
Academic / Professional Qualifications
SSCE/NECO/Trade Test I, II, III/
Work Experience
A Minimum of two (2) years relevant work experience as a driller.
Skills & Competencies
Knowledge of heavy equipment and drills operations.
Very good analytical and problem solving skills.
Very good oral and written communication skill.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office.