Drill Rig Operator at Lafarge Africa Plc

Lafarge Africa Plc is a member of the LafargeHolcim Group – the biggest building and concrete solutions company in the world. It is a publicly quoted company on the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE) and serves Nigeria with a wide range of building and construction solutions designed to meet housing and construction needs from small projects like individual home buildings to major construction and infrastructure projects.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Drill Rig Operator

Requisition ID: 14162
Location: Mfamosing, Cross River
Job type: Full-time

About the Job 

• The role holder is primarily responsible for operating a drilling machine to create holes in rock at the quarry or for surface mining operations. 
• He/she would also be involved in setting up and maintaining the drilling equipment, ensuring safe working practices and potentially supervising junior operators. 
• Monitor and keep an accurate record of drill accessories consumption to avoid wastage of bits.

Responsibilities

• Operate the drilling machine to create blasting holes in rock, following safety protocols and operational procedures.
• Conduct regular inspections and maintenance on the drilling equipment to ensure optimal performance and minimise downtime.
• Ensure a safe working environment by implementing safety measures, adhering to safety regulations, and reporting any unsafe conditions
• Collaborate with mining engineers and geologists to assess drilling sites and plan drilling operations in line with production demand.
• Maintain accurate records of drilling operations, including depth, pressure, and production rates.
• Monitor and keep a very accurate record of drilling accessories consumption, ascertain and eschew wastages of drill bits.
• Maybe responsible for supervising junior operators and support staff, providing training and guidance on drilling techniques and safety practices.

Who you'll be working with:

• Human dimension: Quarry Engineer.
• Organisational dimension: The incumbent interacts regularly with all categories of Staff in the Plant and offers professional advice on best practice to operate mobile equipment.
• He/she also interacts regularly with the plant operators on best operating practices.

Requirements

• Minimum OND/ND Certificate 
• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience in machine main systems.
• Fully understand the machine operation parameters (feed pressure, percussion pressure, flushing air pressure and temperature)
• Good knowledge of safety regulations and rules applicable in an industrial area
• Effectively coordinate the activities of the Mobile Plant department
• Ability to prioritise with excellent time management skills
• Good attention to detail and communication skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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