Hard Skills
AdvancedPercussive and Rotary DrillingOperating heavy hydraulic or pneumatic drills to create boreholes for explosives in ore bodies.
IntermediateGround Support and Rock BoltingInstalling mechanical or chemical anchors and mesh to stabilize rock mass and prevent roof falls.
AdvancedBlast Pattern ImplementationReading and executing specific drill patterns provided by engineers to ensure efficient rock fragmentation.
IntermediateEquipment TroubleshootingIdentifying and performing minor repairs on drill rigs and pneumatic systems to maintain operational uptime.
Soft Skills
AdvancedHazard Recognition and Risk AssessmentThe ability to identify geological hazards, gas presence, or structural weaknesses in an underground environment.