Drill Operator

Description

**Improve the processes of today**
**Define the best practices of tomorrow**

At Côté Gold, we focus on what we contribute, not just what we extract. We believe that in order for prosperity to be sustained, it must be shared, it must support the well-being of our employees and our communities, and it must be achieved with mínimal impact to the environment.

Côté Gold is being developed in partnership with the Mattagami First Nation, Flying Post First Nation and Métis Nation of Ontario, Region 3.

The open-pit gold mine is a joint venture between IAMGOLD and Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. Ltd. and is operated by IAMGOLD. We are located near Gogama, Ontario, with access to stable infrastructure and strong connections with our local communities.

**Accessing Opportunities at Côté Gold**

**DRILL OPERATOR**

The **Drill Operator** is responsible for in shift performance of Côté Gold's drill fleet.

**Key Responsibilities**

Area 1:
Drilling operational efficiency.
- Deliver the drilling schedule in accordance with the integrated plan.
- Work with team members in the field to reduce variance and exploit opportunities.
- Monitor compliance with control operational benchmarks and identify operational variations and opportunities.
- Investigate root cause for production short falls and deviations from plan.
- Maximize equipment productivity and efficiency by providing accurate and timely reporting of maintenance issues.
- Evaluate the data accuracy and integrity in the system.
- Interact with the system to monitor and record operation of equipment statuses.
- Minimize shift delays and normal maintenance delays (fueling, drill string changes etc.)

Area 2:
Operational excellence.
- Seek opportunities to improve production drill fleet operations.
- Commit to continuous learning and improvement.
- Continually seek to improve your skills as a Drill Operator.
- Watch for inefficiencies or problems.
- Ensure problems and inefficiencies are shared with others.
- Work collaboratively to troubleshoot and resolve problems.
- Consider risk along the five dimensions (throughput, time, quality, sustainability and cost).

Area 3:
Work collaboratively with others to deliver operational reliability.
- Provide leadership and direction to the various equipment operators and stakeholders to ensure that the business and mine plan objectives are met.
- Coordinate with other team members on site to meet shift deliverables.
- Mentor and train new team members.
- Participate and lend your expertise to the team.
- Communicate clearly and effectively using the tools provided.
- Ensure equipment logs and shift logs are accurate and complete.
- Ensure any deficiencies are communicated to the appropriate team members for follow up.
- Participate in multi-disciplinary teams to deliver on our commitment to our team, our communities, the environment, and our shareholders.

Qualifications

**Minimum Requirements and Nice To Haves**

minimum qualifications, formal education, certifications or equivalents
- Grade 12 or equivalent.

Work experience - Nature & Length
- 5 or more years of experience operating manual, remote and/or autonomous drilling rigs in an open pit mining environment.
- Experience operating SmartROC D65 drills or Epiroc Pit Viper 231 drills is required.
- Previous exposure to Autonomous Equipment Operation will be considered an asset, but is not required.

Additional qualifications - Competency requirements
- Advanced computer literacy.
- Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written)
- Sound knowledge of open pit mining fundamentals and autonomous mining operations.
- Practical and hands on experience with open pit production drilling.
- Master Driller training is considered an asset.

**What We Offer**

IAMGOLD believes in rewarding outstanding performance with an equally outstanding total rewards package. Our attractive offerings include:
Competitive Salary and Bonus Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Benefit Coverage Health Spending Account Fitness & Wellness Subsidy Employee & Family Assistance Program Registered Pension Plan with Company Match Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company Match TFSA & RRSP Electric Vehicle Subsidy

**Empowering People - Extraordinary Performance**

IAMGOLD is a leading mid-tier Canadian gold producer with operating gold mines on three continents. We are in growth-mode, with a robust pipeline of development and exploration projects in Canada, South America and Africa. Throughout our 30 year history, we have demonstrated our commitment to responsible and sustainable mining practices, and our _Zero Harm®_ commitment ensures that we continually strive to reach the highest standards in human health and safety, minimize our impact on the environment and support the development of the local communities in which we proudly operate. IAMGOLD was recently recognized by the Corporate Knights magazine on its _Top 50 Corporate Citizens in Canada_ list.

Primary Location: Canada