Operate rock drilling equipment to break up rock, install cables, perform long-hole upward or downward drilling for ore production, as well as drilling for roof support and ground control. **Responsibilities and Duties** * Perform pre-operational checklist, verifying functionality of controls and electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems; rigorously test the system according to its specific characteristics and required precautions before commencing work, in accordance with the operation manual and safety rules. * Move through underground tunnels with limited space and installed equipment featuring energized devices, water and compressed air pipelines, observing and complying with the mine’s underground traffic plan. * Carry out tasks in accordance with instructions and service priorities set by immediate supervisor, properly using required uniforms and personal protective equipment (PPE), adhering to regulations, procedures, occupational health & safety standards, environmental requirements, quality standards, and social responsibility. * Wash drill rods and arms, lubricate components, top up oil levels, and verify tire pressure on operated equipment. * Ensure proper maintenance and functioning of equipment and accessories used during operations, performing minor repairs and cleaning the work area. * Collaborate with supervision and other operators to manage road surface conditions, as well as occupational health and safety conditions across various mine areas. * Interact with other operators and exchange information regarding operated equipment and related tasks. * Report to the control room a summary of all completed activities, general status of equipment and workplace, and any abnormalities requiring appropriate action. * Conduct visual inspection of the work area, checking ventilation systems, emergency exits, communication systems, presence/occurrence of Choco (unstable rock blocks), existence of faults and/or blocked holes, water and air leaks, damage to electrical cables, and other issues; report observed irregularities to immediate supervisor. * Install equipment, laying electrical cables and hoses on opposite sides, and ensuring proper drainage of the channel. * Operate appropriate equipment for rock drilling and breaking, in accordance with the drilling pattern and ground support plan, injecting grout/resin and installing ground support cables, following supervisors’ instructions and standards established during training. * Read long-hole drilling project drawings according to surveying specifications. * Energize equipment by connecting the electrical cable plug into the socket. * Achieve correct parallelism and drilling angle as required, adjusting for variations in rock mass conditions and the specified drilling pattern. * Replace centralizing bushings, re-tighten bolts, nuts, hose terminals, change handles, replace Stage I and II hoses, and re-tighten hose connections and/or terminals exhibiting hydraulic leaks, as necessary, per received instructions and training. * Perform Choco sanitation operations on tunnel roofs and sidewalls using Jumbo and Bolting/Telamento equipment (Boltec and Jumbo). * Inform auxiliary personnel involved in Telamento and ground support operations about relevant activity details and associated safety principles. * Perform maneuvers in confined, poorly lit, and low-visibility underground locations to carry out tasks stipulated in the equipment’s standard operating procedure manual. * Maintain equipment tooling and operational wear parts. * Carry out minor mechanical repairs (e.g., replacing hydraulic hoses, bolts, guards, belts, re-tightening connections, etc.) as requested by shift supervisor. **Requirements and Qualifications** * Completed High School education * Experience working in underground mines * Brazilian Driver’s License Category B (CNH B) * Residency in Peixoto de Azevedo, Matupá, or Guarantã do Norte, MT. **Additional Information** * Meals provided at company premises * Company transportation * Life insurance * Health insurance plan * Dental insurance plan * Meal allowance * Christmas basket * Childcare assistance * Inclusion assistance * Occupational Risk Prevention Program (PRL) At P.A. Gold, we believe our greatest wealth is our people. We are driven by the energy of those who dream big, build through collaboration, and transform challenges into opportunities. Here, every employee has space to grow, learn, and leave their mark. Our commitment is to value people, foster professional development, and cultivate an environment where safety, innovation, and respect go hand in hand. If you seek more than just a job—if you seek purpose, a place where your ideas matter and your talent can shine—your future may be here. Join us in building this journey. Your next step begins at P.A. Gold.