About Xenco
Xenco is a specialist provider of operational, technical and advisory services to the resources sector. We partner with mining and industrial clients to deliver practical outcomes across operations, maintenance, engineering and project functions.
About the Prospect
We are seeking experienced Underground Jumbo Trainer/Assessors to join Xenco, supporting a mining client in Canada.
This opportunity offers the chance to work within an established underground metals mining operation on a rotational basis, gaining valuable international experience while passing on your development drilling skills to build a safe, capable operator workforce.
The Role
Working as part of the site operations and training team, your responsibilities will include:
- Training and coaching operators on the safe and efficient operation of development jumbos.
- Delivering on-the-job training, verification of competency and operator assessments.
- Teaching correct face drilling practices, including marking up, collaring and drilling to design.
- Training operators in ground support installation, including bolting and meshing.
- Promoting pre-start inspections, equipment care and basic operator maintenance.
- Reinforcing site safety standards, procedures and hazard identification underground.
- Maintaining training records and reporting on trainee progress.
- Working closely with supervisors, operations and the training team to lift productivity and quality.
About You
To be considered, you will ideally have:
- Extensive hands-on experience operating twin-boom development jumbos (e.g. Sandvik, Epiroc) in underground hard-rock mining.
- Proven experience training, coaching or mentoring underground operators.
- A sound understanding of development drilling, drill and blast design and ground support practices.
- A Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122) or equivalent will be highly regarded.
- A strong safety mindset and the ability to lead by example.
- Clear communication skills and patience working with operators of varying experience levels.
- A flexible approach and willingness to work on a rotational roster in Canada.
Why Join Xenco?
- Opportunity to gain international mining experience in Canada.
- Exposure to an established underground metals mining operation.
- Work alongside experienced mining professionals.
- Join Xenco as a consultant and contribute your expertise to a range of mining projects and operations.
If you are an experienced Underground Jumbo Trainer looking for your next opportunity and interested in an international rotational experience, we would love to hear from you.