Jumbo Operator – Underground Mining

About the role

Loulo Gold Mine is looking for experienced Jumbo Operators to run large multi‑boom Jumbo drill rigs for underground development and to install ground support safely and efficiently.

Key responsibilities

• Operate Jumbo drill rigs in accordance with design specifications and safety standards.
• Optimize drill patterns to achieve maximum advance per round while minimizing over‑break.
• Install ground support systems (mesh, split sets, bolt holes, bore cable bolts) as per geotechnical plans.
• Mark up faces according to geological, statutory and survey requirements.
• Ensure compliance with Barrick health‑and‑safety policies and report unsafe conditions.
• Prepare end‑of‑shift reports and maintain training records for trainee operators.
• Collaborate with technical and supervisory staff on quality and safety initiatives.

Required profile

• Minimum secondary or tertiary education.
• Relevant Jumbo Drill Rig competency certification.
• 10 years underground mining experience, including at least 5 years as a Jumbo Operator.
• Ability to read detailed survey prints, layouts and ground support plans.

Required skills

• Operation of large multi‑boom Jumbo drill rigs.
• Reading and interpreting survey prints and ground support designs.
• Installation of ground support systems (mesh, split sets, bolt holes).
• Basic electrical troubleshooting on Jumbo equipment.