Drilling Supervisor - Exploration

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Job Summary: Jaguar Mining is seeking a Drilling Supervisor to lead a team, manage diamond drill maintenance, and optimize operations while fostering an inclusive and diverse work environment. Key Highlights: 1. Team leadership in drilling operations and maintenance management 2. Focus on safety, quality, and productivity 3. Inclusive and diverse work environment **Description** Jaguar Mining is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion within its workforce and therefore encourages individuals from diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for this opportunity. We are dedicated to creating a more equitable workplace where we value the unique attributes of each individual. We aim to evolve alongside society, and this is a fundamental step toward achieving that goal. We are looking for people who identify with our culture and wish to contribute to our growth. Join us on this journey toward a more inclusive and diverse future. Come be part of our team as a **Drilling Supervisor \- Exploration** **Key Responsibilities** * Plan, execute, and monitor preventive and corrective maintenance activities for surface diamond drilling rigs, with emphasis on Hydracore-branded equipment; * Manage relationships with contracted maintenance service providers, including budgetary control for services, spare parts, and instrumentation; * Directly supervise the primary drilling team, ensuring compliance with operational, safety, quality, and productivity standards; * Monitor timekeeping and working hours for drilling team members, ensuring adherence to internal policies and labor legislation; * Monitor and optimize performance indicators such as mechanical equipment availability, core recovery rate, average daily advance, and cost per meter drilled; * Ensure accurate recording and control of drilling data, supporting traceability and information reliability; * Support field logistics, consumables management, and drilling campaign planning, ensuring schedule adherence; * Deliver hands-on training and technical mentoring to the team, aiming for continuous development and operational excellence; * Collaborate proactively to foster a positive work environment focused on safety, respect, and effective communication across the drilling team and other involved departments; * Demonstrate initiative, organization, and problem-solving ability, contributing to continuous improvement of drilling processes **Requirements** * Completed technical high school education; bachelor's degree or technologist qualification (preferred) * Minimum 5 years of proven experience in surface drilling operations * Experience in Underground Mining * Technical knowledge of drilling equipment; prior experience with Hydracore drills is preferred * Driver's license Category B \- experience operating 4x4 vehicles * Experience in Underground Mining * Experience in people management * Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite