Mineral Exploration Driller (Local Ghana)

GRiP • Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana

14 days ago

Job description

Job Title: Mineral Exploration Driller
Location: Ghana (Residential)
Experience Required: Minimum 2 Years in Mineral Exploration Drilling

About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced and dependable Local Drillers with a proven background in mineral exploration. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in Core (Diamond), Reverse Circulation (RC), and Multipurpose Drilling, with field-based experience in Ghana and or other African regions. This is a residential role based in Tarkwa, requiring the right to work in Ghana, with strong operational capabilities, a safety-first mindset, and the ability to lead or support small drilling crews.

Key Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and troubleshoot core, RC, and multipurpose drill rigs
Perform wireline and conventional diamond drilling in hard, fractured, or weathered ground
Execute RC drilling programs, ensuring sample integrity and recovery
Conduct pre-start inspections, basic rig maintenance, and field repairs
Maintain accurate drill logs, shift records, and sampling reports
Supervise offsiders and support crew, ensuring safe and efficient operations
Comply with all site-specific and client HSE procedures and standards
Assist in mobilization/demobilization of drill rigs and support equipment
Participate in daily toolbox meetings and safety drills

Core Competencies

Deep expertise in Diamond, RC, and Multipurpose Drilling
Solid knowledge of geological conditions across Ghana, including Ashanti Belt, Wa-Lawra, and Western Belt especially, Tarkwa area
Strong mechanical aptitude for basic repairs and diagnostics
Proficient in drilling safety, including lock-out/tag-out, hazard awareness, and emergency response
Leadership and mentorship skills for managing small teams in remote areas
Capability to train and develop young trainee drillers
Competence in field documentation and communication with supervisors

Qualifications & Certifications (Preferred but not essential)

Recognised Drilling Certification or relevant trade qualification
Valid certifications in First Aid, Defensive Driving, and HSE Inductions
Previous compliance with international mineral exploration standards
Ghana MINCOM Certification would be an added value
Literacy in English for drill logs and report writing

Preferred Experience

Demonstrated work history across major gold zones in Ghana (Ashanti Belt, Wa-Lawra, and Western Belt especially, Tarkwa)
Prior international drilling experience in Africa or similar environments (advantageous but not essential)

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