Mitchell Drilling International is a diverse drilling services Company dedicated to safe, efficient and innovative Drilling program delivery for mining projects. As we expand our footprint throughout East – Central Africa, we are looking to fill the following position to be based in Rwanda.
All candidates must have a sound knowledge of Diamond Drilling Surface Core Methods, Reverse Circulation Drilling Methods, Deep Hole Drilling Methods. Knowledge of drilling equipment such as Sandvik UDR 1500 Drill Rig’s and Sandvik DE 710’s is an added advantage.
1. DRILL RIG OPERATOR/DRILLER
A Drill Rig Operator is required to carry out day to day operation of the drill rig in a safe and efficient manner.
1.1 REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS
The Driller reports to the Driller Supervisor, then Project Manager.
1.2 KEY ROLES
- Carry out drilling operations on Mitchell Drilling rigs as per set drilling strategy to the best of your drilling ability.
- Respond to and rectify drilling or equipment problems.
- Determine equipment, tools, bit types and diameters appropriate to the project at hand.
- Ensure drill site, work area, equipment, and vehicles are maintained in a clean, hazard-free state.
- Perform routine servicing and maintenance of rigs and equipment.
- Ensure defective plant and equipment is repaired promptly.
- Correctly prepare drilling muds, fluids, chemicals and cements.
- Provide accurate information for Daily Drilling Reports to be submitted daily.
- Oversee daily rig pre-start inspections.
1.3 REQUIREMENTS
- All candidates must possess Drilling Certification issued by an internationally recognised institute plus traceable reference.
- Minimum 5 year’s experience working as a Driller – DD or RC
- Implementing and maintaining high level drill strategies
- Proven track record in project management of drilling projects in different environments A minimum or equivalent of a Drilling Certification is preferred
Applicants should include an application letter outlining their motivation for applying, all relevant qualifications/certification and CV addressing the specific requirements given above, providing references. Please ensure that the position you are applying for is captured on the email subject for ease of reference.
Only shortlisted applicants will be responded to. All candidates should be free of encumbrances.
Interested and qualified applicants should email their application to: recruitmentbw@mitchellgroup.net not later than October 6th, 2024.
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