Drill Operator

Position: Drill Operator 1
Location: Vanderhoof

Overview
BW Gold is a wholly owned subsidiary of Artemis Gold Inc (“Artemis”). Artemis Gold is a well-financed, growth-oriented gold development company with a strong financial capacity aimed at creating shareholder value through the identification, acquisition, and development of gold properties in mining-friendly jurisdictions. The Company's current focus is the Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia approximately 160km southwest of Prince George and 450km northeast of Vancouver.

The first gold and silver pour at Blackwater was achieved in January 2025 and commercial production was declared on May 1, 2025. Artemis Gold trades on the TSX-V under the symbol ARTG. For more information visit  .

BW Gold is a wholly owned subsidiary of Artemis Gold Inc (“Artemis”). Artemis Gold is a well-financed, growth-oriented gold development company with a strong financial capacity aimed at creating shareholder value through the identification, acquisition, and development of gold properties in mining-friendly jurisdictions. The Company's current focus is the Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia approximately 160km southwest of Prince George and 450km northeast of Vancouver.

The first gold and silver pour at Blackwater was achieved in January 2025 and commercial production was declared on May 1, 2025. Artemis Gold trades on the TSX-V under the symbol ARTG. For more information visit  . Reporting to the Supervisor – Mine Operations, the Drill Operator is for responsible safely and efficiently operating pioneering and production DTH drill rigs.

Location:

Blackwater Mine site

Schedule:

Two (2) Weeks On – Two (2) Weeks Off Rotation

Employment Type:

Permanent

Responsibilities

Demonstrate effective safety leadership by addressing and enforcing BW Golds’ safety standards, procedures, and safety systems.

Work and operate outdoors in all weather conditions, including rain, fog, and winter conditions.

Adhere to safety regulations and guidelines, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Operate equipment in a safe manner following company policies and procedures.

Complete job hazards assessments.

Always maintain awareness of surroundings, mitigate hazards and report hazards to supervisor.

Clean, maintain and secure all equipment as per company policies and procedures.

Perform safety inspections to ensure equipment is fully functional and safe for operating.

Record all inspections in equipment logbook and report equipment deficiencies to dispatch & supervisor.

Conduct routine equipment inspections to identify and address mechanical issues promptly.

Communicate effectively with team and supervisor via positive radio communications.

Safely & efficiently onboard/offboard fluids used in the drilling process.

Safely & efficiently tool up drilling rigs with various tooling based on specific drill plans.

Interpret written assignments, maps & drill plans.

Adopt & participate in company’s short interval controls.

Monitor key performance indicators and continuously striving for improvement.

Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including the equipment and surrounding areas.

Participate in safety meetings, training sessions, and other company initiatives to promote a culture of safety.

May be required to maintain a clean-shaven appearance (i.e. no facial hair) to ensure the safe and effective use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) associated with assigned duties.

Qualifications

Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Formal heavy equipment operator training preferred

Experience operating equipment in a mining environment

Proficiency in operating and maneuvering a diverse range of heavy equipment, with competency on 3 or more pieces of equipment including ancillary equipment.

Ability to work at a remote…