Driller (Mining/Quarry/ Construction) - Mtwara
Job Overview
Purpose of the role
The candidate for this role will be responsible for safely and efficiently operating drilling equipment in mining, quarrying, construction, or exploration environments, ensuring drilling activities are carried out according to approved plans, site requirements, operational procedures, and workplace health and safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Operate and control drilling equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with drilling plans and site instructions.
Carry out drilling activities while maintaining appropriate drilling parameters based on ground conditions and operational requirements.
Perform daily inspections of drilling equipment and identify and report mechanical or operational issues.
Carry out basic operator-level maintenance to ensure drilling equipment remains in safe and effective working condition.
Read and understand drilling plans, basic site instructions, and relevant drilling requirements.
Monitor drilling activities and maintain awareness of ground conditions during operations.
Follow all workplace health and safety requirements and ensure safe working practices are maintained at all times.
Work effectively with multidisciplinary site teams, including mining, quarrying, construction, blasting, and production personnel.
Maintain good housekeeping around the drilling equipment and work area.
Perform any other drilling-related duties assigned by supervisors or management.
Qualifications & Experience
Relevant heavy equipment or drilling operator training or certification
Minimum of 2–3 years of practical drilling experience, preferably in mining, quarrying, construction, or exploration
Demonstrated ability to safely operate and control drilling equipment
Ability to read and understand drilling plans and basic site instructions
Basic understanding of drilling parameters and ground conditions
Ability to perform daily equipment inspections and basic operator-level maintenance
Good understanding of workplace health and safety requirements
Physically and medically fit to perform drilling duties
Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary site team
Experience with DTH, rotary, top-hammer, or RC drilling is an added advantage
Experience in production or blast-hole drilling is an added advantage
Experience in hard-rock mining or quarrying is an added advantage
Experience using GPS or automated drill positioning systems is an added advantage
Recognized drilling-machine manufacturer training is an added advantage
Previous experience working with blasting or mine production teams is an added advantage
Location: Mtwara