Bolter (Miner 2)

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited; Kirkland Lake; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Kirkland Lake, Ontario is seeking a Bolter (Miner 2) for its Macassa Mine. The role involves removing waste and ore, operating drilling equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates must have a minimum of a high school education and possess strong organizational skills. Bilingualism in French/English is preferred. This position operates on a 7 days on, 7 days off schedule.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School education/equivalency.
• Holds required modules listed in sub-category of Underground Mining Classification Guideline.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and time management skills.
• Bilingualism (French/English) is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently and within a team structure.
• Works well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Report to Supervisor, part of the Maintenance Department.
• Remove waste/ore from work area.
• Set up jumbo and bolter for drilling.
• Assist in construction jobs and installations.
• Drill and install secondary group support.
• Perform workplace inspections for safety.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Bilingual (French/English)

Communication skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work under pressure

Education

High School education/equivalency

Job description

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Job Description - Bolter (Miner 2) (MAC00271)

At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

ABOUT OUR OPERATION

Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada's largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.

Agnico Eagle Mines' Macassa Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Beaverhouse First Nation, and Matachewan First Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of Members from these Nations. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Macassa Mine are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.

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YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:

You will be reporting to Supervisor, and you will be part of the Maintenance Department. You will also ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.

Receives and follows directions from supervisor or leader.

Removes waste/ore from work area with LHD equipment remote and manual.

Sets up jumbo and/or longtom, bolter, alimak or scissor truck. Drills off face lateral and raise development and conventional stop and/or install primary ground support as per standard.

Assists in the construction of sill mats, stagings, fill fences, barricades, head covers, using jacklegs and stoppers and other construction jobs as required. Installs track when required.

Assists with the cleaning, loading, priming, timing and wiring the drill holes according to blasting standards; clears the affected areas; posts guards and assists with blasts.

Safely and efficiently tears down equipment and removed it to safe location.

Drills and installs secondary group support.

Drills and/or blasts oversized muck when required.

Practices and initiates proper dilution control. Communicates and works effectively with the leader, supervision and the geologist to meet grade control expectation.

Reads and follows engineering prints, survey lines and breakthrough warnings. Measures and documents data as required. Accurately shoots lines and marks up face as required.

Inspects workplace and equipment to ensure work can be performed and completed safety and on schedule.

Completes pre-op inspection and fills out card. Incumbent corrects and reports any variance to the supervisor or leader.

Performs the required work to safely meet productivity expectations and scheduled.

Provides accurate and detailed reports on work accomplishments, hazards, status and condition of workplace and equipment to supervisor.

Attends and participates in crew safety meetings and supports approved safety programs.

Obtains supplies and materials required to complete work assigned for shift.

Identified and communicates to the leader what is required for material and tools for the oncoming shift to continue the operation in progress.

Complies with all blasting procedures and instructions.

Performs minor repairs to equipment, assist

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• Minimum High School education/equivalency.
• Holds required modules listed in sub-category of Underground Mining Classification Guideline.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal and time management skills.
• Bilingualism (French/English) is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently and within a team structure.
• Works well under pressure.

Your Work Schedule:

• Schedule: 7 days of work, followed by 7 days off, at our Macassa Mine in Kirkland Lake, ON.