Drilling Specialist - Gabon
Fortescue
Job Description
About the Company
The Belinga Iron Ore Project is potentially one of the largest undiscovered iron ore projects globally.
About the Role
Title: Drilling Specialist - Gabon Work Location: Gabon Roster: 4 weeks on, 2 weeks off FIFO
Summary: The Belinga Iron Ore Project is potentially one of the largest undiscovered iron ore projects globally. We are seeking a Drilling Specialist to support the safe, compliant and productive delivery of exploration drilling activities in Gabon. Reporting to the Manager Exploration, this site-based role will oversee drilling operations, manage contractor operational and safety performance and support successful reverse circulation (RC) and core drilling outcomes aligned with the exploration program.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as a key site liaison between the Principal and drilling contractor
- Oversee RC and core drilling activities to support safe, compliant and productive operations
- Review daily drilling plods and identify variances against plan
- Verify contractor machinery, procedures and activities comply with the Principal's Drilling Standard
- Ensure drilling activities are completed in accordance with health, safety and maintenance procedures
- Complete machinery compliance checks and monthly inspections
- Support the accurate review of contractor claims, charges and service delivery records
- Promote strong field safety leadership and immediately address or escalate hazards and compliance concerns
Qualifications & Experience
- At least 5 years of experience in mining and/or exploration operations
- Proven experience in a similar role with a principal or drilling service provider
- Demonstrated experience supervising RC and core drilling activities
- Strong knowledge of RC and core drilling methods, field controls, standards and procedures
- Experience auditing machinery, completing inspections and managing contractor compliance
- Certificate III in Drilling Operations (RII31820) is required, with Certificate IV in Drilling Operations (RII40920) preferred
- Health and safety auditor training, with lead auditor and compliance capability
- Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Bilingual French and English capability is preferred
- Valid drivers licence and 4WD competency
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