About The Role

Cable Bolter Operator

Position Description

Kibali Gold Mine is seeking to recruit a Cable Bolter Operator to join and grow our team.

The key duties of the Cable Bolter Operator are to operate the Cable Bolting Rig for the installation of ground support in the mines according to quality specifications, safely and efficiently.

You will be expected to align to the Barrick DNA and to operate within our mining assets with our best people teams. You will contribute in a safe and cost-effective manner to achieve targets in accordance with Mine Safety Standards, Policies and Procedures and ensure daily targets are met

Join our exceptional team and embody Barrick's core values as you work with us. We are in search of individuals who can champion Barrick's DNA by:

Communicating Honestly, Transparently, and Acting with Integrity
Exhibiting a Results-Driven approach
Delivering solutions that are Fit for Purpose
Dedicating themselves to Building a Sustainable Legacy
Taking Responsibility and being Accountable
Committing to Zero Harm
Cultivating strong and meaningful Partnerships

If you're ready to contribute to our world-class team while embracing these values, we encourage you to apply and become a valued member of our diverse workforce.

Responsibilities

Contribute to our safety culture (journey to zero) by adhering to all health and safety standards, policies, procedures and legislation.
To drill ground support holes, install cable and grout them according to the mine ground support specifications.
To avoid over drilling and under drilling and work in accordance to standards, plans and layouts as well as the geotechnical plans.
Follow a markup in accordance with geological, statutory and survey specifications.
Work with technical and supervisory staff in all quality and safety initiatives.
Ensure end of shift reports are up to date.
Perform visual inspections of equipment before, and during operation according to procedure to minimise breakdowns and operational losses by the timeous reporting of defects / abnormalities to the Supervisor.
Operate equipment according to relevant mining requirements and Standard Operating Procedures to achieve daily bolting targets.
Conduct efficient housekeeping of the equipment and work areas.

Qualification Requirements

High School or equivalent qualification
Relevant Cable Bolter competency certification

Experience and Skills Requirements

Minimum of 3 - 5 year’s practical experience of operating a Cable Bolter in an underground mining environment.
Underground drilling knowledge and skills.
Previous operation of Sandvik Cable Bolters will be advantageous.
Ability to read and understand cable bolt layouts.
Strong knowledge & understanding of ground support standards.
Sound knowledge and experience of underground mining practices and operations.
Knowledge of Safety, Health and Environmental Legislation and standards applicable to underground mining.

What We Can Offer You

A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses and site-specific benefits
The ability to make a difference and lasting impact
Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless
Access to a variety of career opportunities across the organization

We are committed to a safe work environment, sending every person home safe and healthy every day and leaving a sustainable legacy on our host communities.
Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted