Hiring Company : Major Drilling Group International Inc.
Position : Diamond Driller Operator
Start Date : September 1, 2026
Job Type: Permanent Full-time / 10 available positions.
Work for one of the largest drilling companies internationally, supplying services to the mining and geological exploration industries!
Primary responsibilities include :
- Ensure rig is setup efficiently and safely to company standards and client specifications i.e., angle, azimuth, hole size.
- Accurately and efficiently provide client with core/sample, ensuring core/sample meets client specifications.
- Consistently pursue performance and high-quality work by executing tasks effectively in a manner that will not endanger self or others, or the environment.
- Perform assigned duties following all applicable legislation, company policies and safe work procedures.
- Positively influence activities of a safe, productive, and cost-efficient diamond drill operation.
- Ensure that all equipment is kept in order as stipulated in the Preventative Maintenance Manual, while maintaining efficient drilling productivity.
- Drive mobile equipment (muskeg, snowmobile, truck etc.) in accordance with internal/external policies, rules, and directives.
- Supervise Driller Assistant’s daily activities, contributing to their development and performance, acting as a coach in all areas (HSEC, Operations, etc.).
Qualifications/Education :
- 1-2 years of diamond drilling experience.
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in an exploration and mining environment.
- Common Core modules considered an asset.
- Tolerance for stress, with ability to work under pressure and handle antagonism.
- Ability to work effectively in a small team environment, while working together to meet organizational goals.
- Ability to operate with little supervision.
- Able to work long hours and shift work for extended periods (10-12 hrs/day, alternating days and nights, camp setting, rotations).
- Physically fit, capable of heavy lifting and repetitive tasks.
- Valid driver’s license and clear driver’s abstract.
- Able to travel, work long hours & shift work for extended periods (camp setting)
- Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
- Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
Applicants must possess a work history that highlights the following combination of skills and experience: Previous experience in the diamond drill industry is an asset. Preferred candidates will be self-motivated, have strong communication and problem-solving skills, be well-organized, work well with others and be interested in making a change.
On-the-job training is provided.
Wages : $40.00 - $50.00 per hour.
Hours : 12-hour shifts, for 28 days straight, followed by 14 days off.
Benefits: Medical benefits, dental benefits, vision care benefits. Travel expenses paid. Accommodation and meals are provided.
Language: English
Location of Work: Applicants will be employed in one of the locations listed below and may be required to work in several different locations:
Northeast Ontario Region:
- Vale Sudbury, Sudbury, ON
- Mines Richmont Inc - Dubreuilleville, ON
- Goldcorp Inc - Chapleau, ON
- Kirkland Lake Gold - Kirkland Lake, ON
- Goldcorp Inc - Timmins, ON
- Canadian Malartic Corp. - Kirkland Lake, ON
Timmins, Ontario
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Northwest Ontario region includes:
Goldcorp Inc., Red Lake, ON
Western Canada
- Winnipeg, Manitoba
British Columbia
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Questions? Please contact us at (204) 885-7532 or [email protected]
25 Durum Dr., Centreport, Manitoba, R4B-0A6.
