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Jack Hammer Operator

NQR Code:QG-03-MG-04057-2025-V2-SCMS

  • Old Code: QG-03-MG-04057-2025-V2-SCMS

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About this Qualification

Job Description

The Jack Hammer Operator drives and controls a Jack Hammer machine in mines (both opencast and underground) or construction site to drilling a hole in the rock and break up rocks, concretes or mines surfaces. Directs and facilities scaling of loose rocks and mucking of broken ore or waste rock from the worksite. Operators are also responsible to ensure all safety systems are in place and performing basic maintenance on the Jack Hammer.

Eligibility Criteria

Criteria 1 Criteria 2 Experience Training Qualification
10th Passed No Experience Equivalent
9th Passed 1.5 Years None
8th Passed 3 years None
5th Passed 7.5 Years None
Previous NSQF qualification of Level 2 3 years None

Progression Pathway

  • NSQF Level 4.0 (Vertical) – Jumbo Drill Operator

Learning Module In Job Role/Qualifcation

National Occupation Standards (NOS)/Module NOS Code Mandatory/ Optional Estimated size (Hours) Nos Credit Level
Prepare the Jack Hammer for operations MIN/N1204 Mandatory 90 3 3
Perform Jack Hammer operations MIN/N1205 Mandatory 120 4 3
Perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting of the Jack Hammer MIN/ N1206 Mandatory 60 2 3
Carry out reporting and documentation related to the Jack Hammer operator MIN/N1207 Mandatory 30 1 3
Employability Skills (30 Hours) DGT/VSQ/N0101 Mandatory 30 1 2
Follow Health, Safety and Environmental guidelines for Underground Metalliferous Mines MIN/N1702 Elective 60 2 1
Follow Health, Safety, and Environmental Guidelines for opencast mines MIN/N1703 Elective 60 2 1
Follow Health, Safety, and Environmental guidelines for underground coal mines MIN/N1704 Elective 60 2 1