DRIFT MINER Underground production and development miners

Hard Skills

AdvancedDrilling and Blasting OperationsThe proficiency in operating hydraulic jumbo drills and handling industrial explosives to create tunnel advances in underground mines.

IntermediateGround Support InstallationThe ability to install rock bolts, cable bolts, wire mesh, and shotcrete to stabilize the tunnel walls and prevent rockfalls.

IntermediateHeavy Equipment Operation (LHD)Operating Load-Haul-Dump (LHD) machines and underground haul trucks to move blasted material from the face to ore passes.

IntermediateMine Plan InterpretationReading and executing engineering drawings, survey markers, and grade sheets to ensure tunnel direction and dimensions are within design specs.

AdvancedScaling ProficiencyThe skill of removing loose rock from the roof and ribs using mechanical scalers or manual bars to secure the working area.

Soft Skills

AdvancedUnderground Hazard IdentificationThe ability to recognize subtle environmental changes such as ground movement, gas accumulation, or ventilation failure.

IntermediateTeam Communication and CoordinationEffective use of radio protocols and hand signals to coordinate movement with other miners and machinery in confined spaces.

Mobility Path: High Affinity Match (>60%)

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