Senior Underground Solomatic Drill Operator

Virtucruit is partnering with a leading mining company in Saudi Arabia to appoint a Solomatic Operator within the Operations Department.This role is responsible for operating and monitoring Solomatic systems and associated equipment to ensure safe, efficient, and continuous production processes. The successful candidate will oversee system performance, conduct routine checks, and ensure adherence to safety, quality, and operational standards.Department: Mining / UndergroundLocation: Najran (On-site)Reporting To: Mine ManagerDirect Reports: Shift Boss / Mine SuperintendentKey Responsibilities:Operate Solomatic long-hole drilling equipment safely in underground production areasExecute drilling activities in accordance with approved drill plans and mine designEnsure hole alignment, spacing, burden, and depth meet required specificationsConduct pre-operational inspections and report unsafe conditions immediatelyCoordinate with shift supervisors and production teams to support operational efficiencyPerform daily equipment checks and promptly report mechanical or operational issuesMaintain strong adherence to health, safety, and environmental standardsContribute to continuous production flow by achieving planned drilling targetsKey Objectives:Deliver accurate and efficient long-hole drilling aligned with production schedulesMaintain high drilling quality and equipment reliability during shiftsSupport uninterrupted underground production through timely execution of drilling plansConsistent achievement of planned drilling metersHigh accuracy of drilled holes in line with design requirementsMinimal equipment downtimeStrong safety performance across all assigned shiftsEducation:High school diploma or equivalentCertifications:Valid equipment operator licenseExperience:Minimum 8 years of long-hole drilling experience in underground miningUnderground base metals mining preferredBasic English proficiencyTechnical Expertise:Proven experience operating Solomatic drilling equipmentStrong understanding of long-hole drilling practicesExperience with jumbo drilling equipment is an advantage#J-18808-Ljbffr