Exploration Drill Services Supervisor

For over a decade, Rangefront Mining Services has been a trusted partner to the mining industry, delivering staffing, geological expertise, advanced technology, and vehicle support. We combine deep industry knowledge with cutting-edge solutions to help our clients succeed.

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced Exploration Drill Services Supervisor to support drilling operations and deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective drilling programs across mining and exploration projects for a valued client.

This position serves as the primary liaison between the client, drilling contractors, site operations, and HSE personnel to ensure drilling activities are planned, coordinated, and completed in accordance with company standards and project objectives.

The Exploration Drill Services Supervisor provides operational oversight of drilling programs, contractor performance, safety compliance, environmental stewardship, cost control, and drilling quality. The role plays a critical part in delivering high-quality geological data while maximizing productivity and maintaining a strong focus on health, safety, environmental responsibility, and operational excellence.

Solid work ethic, professionalism, regular attendance, and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential for success in this role.

• Champion a proactive safety culture and lead by example in all drilling activities.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Conduct regular field inspections and actively identify, communicate, and mitigate workplace hazards.
• Participate in and support daily safety meetings, risk assessments, incident investigations, and corrective action development.
• Ensure drilling contractors understand and comply with all site safety expectations.
• Promote continuous improvement in health, safety, and environmental performance.
• Ensure drilling operations are conducted in accordance with environmental permits, regulations, and company standards.
• Support environmental monitoring, site reclamation, and drill pad restoration activities.
• Maintain environmental awareness throughout all phases of drilling projects and promote responsible resource development practices.

• Coordinate and oversee all exploration drilling activities to ensure safe, efficient, and successful program execution.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Drill Services Manager to maintain alignment with company drilling standards, policies, and objectives.
• Manage drilling contractor relationships and conduct regular performance and planning meetings.
• Facilitate pre-project and program kickoff meetings to establish expectations and operational requirements.
• Coordinate drill pad construction, drill moves, reclamation activities, site access, and logistical support.
• Manage drilling materials, consumables, and contractor resources.
• Track and monitor drilling costs, productivity, and contractor performance using Core Plan and other reporting tools.
• Ensure optimal utilization of drilling equipment, personnel, and resources.
• Review drilling performance metrics and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce downtime, and control costs.
• Support contractor selection, bid evaluations, and RFP processes in partnership with the Corporate Exploration team.

• Serve as the on-site drilling subject matter expert for exploration projects.
• Apply industry best practices to optimize core recovery, drill productivity, and drilling accuracy.
• Troubleshoot drilling challenges, including difficult ground conditions, poor recovery, deviation issues, equipment failures, and fluid management concerns.
• Provide recommendations regarding drilling techniques, bit selection, drilling fluids, mud systems, pumping rates, and equipment utilization.
• Work closely with geologists to improve drilling strategies and achieve exploration objectives.
• Ensure drilling activities generate high-quality geological and operational data.

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with site operations, geology, contractors,…