Kumtor Operating Company is seeking experienced diamond drillers for its gold operation located in the Republic of Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia.
This position reports directly to the Diamond Drill General Foreman and the successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day rig operation. The ability to work with, coach and develop national employees in an environment with a strong emphasize on safe operation is a key component to this position.
Candidates should be experienced in, mud-based drilling programs, permafrost drilling, cold weather situations, directional drilling, down hole orientation surveys, geotechnical drilling, and deep hole situations (plus 800 m depths).
Candidates should be familiar with all mechanical aspects of drill rig operations and operational aspects of drilling in mountainous terrain. Experience with LY50 and LF140, LF230 drill rigs will be an asset.
Although not a prerequisite, preferred applicants will have experience working at high altitude. The successful applicant will be required to successfully pass an extensive medical examination.
These rotational positions will be twelve month contracts with the potential for extension by mutual agreement. The opportunity provides for a challenging work environment, competitive remuneration and a comprehensive benefit package. Rotational positions are based at the mine site.
Interested applicants are invited to submit a resume to:
Centerra owns 100% of the Kumtor gold mine through its wholly owned subsidiary Kumtor Gold Company. Kumtor is located in the Kyrgyz Republic, about 350 kilometers southeast of the capital Bishkek and about 60 kilometers north of the border with the Peoples Republic of China. It is the largest gold mine operated in Central Asia by a Western-based company.
Centerra is a growth-oriented Canadian-based gold mining company and the largest Western-based producer in Central Asia and the former Soviet Union. Centerra trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol CG.
