Mudplant Operator

Job Title: Mud Plant Operator

Reporting to:
Site Supervisor

Location: This hire is specifically for our project in the City of Winnipeg. Candidates across Canada will be considered, and travel/accommodations/allowances will be discussed. Please do not apply if you do not have experience with Mud Plant / Separation plants.

Job Purpose and Objectives

The Operator will be part of the operations team responsible for the safe, technical, and economical operation, maintenance and set up of the Separation Plant.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Following all Bothar Policies
• Mud plant equipment setup
• Working knowledge of a closed slurry system, circulation times and volumes
• Operate, and maintain the separation plant, annular lubrication pumps, centrifuges and drilling fluids system
• Follow provided mud program and communicate to TBM operators and Site supervisor of any changes possibly required within parameters of mud program based on geology
• Mix up slurry / lubrication Bentonite
• Perform effective fluids and solids control, recycle and disposal
• Keep inventory of all mud product onsite reporting usage to Site supervisor
• Ensure all SDS’s are available at mud plant for mud product
• Identify consumable or wear parts at mud plant and keep stocked through site supervisor
• Monitor and record separation plant equipment and tank volumes
• Participate in daily site safety meetings, and shift crossover meetings
• Load and unload trucks
• Assist with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
• Effectively identify type and volume of cuttings coming off shaker communicating to TBM operator
• Taking cuttings samples and recording chainage and time
• Complete required mud checks
• Complete set up and pre drill check lists noting any deficiencies to Site Supervisor
• Operation of boiler during winter conditions
• Ensure proper safety precautions taken when working at mud plant
• Mobile Equipment Operation
• Recording cuttings being removed offsite
• Communicating any variances in cuttings volumes to TBM operator, Foreman, and site supervisor
• Assisting site team with pipe prep and day to day site activities

Key Technical Skills and Knowledge

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to demonstrate the following technical skills and knowledge.

• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions in written, oral, diagram, or schedule format
• Fluid management (slurry suspensions / mud plants)
• The ability to determine the necessary tools for assigned tasks
• The ability to troubleshoot a problem based on experience and applicable trade knowledge
• Working at heights and confined space experience

Key Competencies

The following soft skills are required for successful job performance in this position and will be assessed to help determine suitability and to measure performance.

Adaptability: Adapts well to changes in assignments and priorities; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; approaches change positively and adjusts behaviors accordingly. Able to learn and properly apply new job-related information in a timely manner.

Attitude & Emotional Intelligence
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Exhibits and maintains a positive attitude, seeks to understand and problem solve, rather than point fingers. Maintains effective performance under pressure; handling stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the organization. Ability to perceive, interpret, and understand the emotions of others. Particularly in leadership roles, must display empathy and able to control their own emotions.

Communication & Collaboration
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Effectively communicates, engaging listeners to ensure understanding and retention, while inviting feedback. Keeps others appropriately informed. Demonstrates strong written, oral, and listening skills. Builds constructive working relationships with clients, departments, and employees to achieve mutual goals. Acts professionally and supportively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Critical Thinking/Problem Solving
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Makes decisions and solves problems of varying complexity, ambiguity, and risk. Analyzes components and recognizes interrelationships. Makes well-informed decisions based on data from various sources,…