Development Miner - Remote Scoop Operator

Technica Mining; Timmins; Remote; CAD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Timmins, ON is seeking qualified Remote Scoop Operators. Responsibilities include operating LHD equipment, maintaining safety, and supporting underground operations. Ideal candidates have Underground Hard Rock Mining credentials and 5+ years of experience. The role offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Company matched pension plan

Travel pay

Corporate health and Wellness Program

Opportunity to grow

Company events

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Must have Underground Hard Rock Mining Common Core or equivalent.
• Specialty module U0020 - LHD with Remote Control is required.
• Minimum of 5 years underground development experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate LHD equipment and conduct pre-operational checks.
• Setup and install remote mucking block and backfilling stopes.
• Contribute to material handling and equipment operation.

Skills

Underground Hard Rock Mining Common Core

Remote Control operation (U0020)

Experience with jackleg and stoper

Underground development experience

Safety and efficiency commitment

Tools

LHD equipment

Construction equipment (bulldozer, grader, backhoe)

Job description

About the Role:

Currently, we are seeking qualified and motivated Remote Scoop Operatorsto join our growing team in Timmins, ON. There are multiple open positions that we are actively looking to fill.

The key responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Safely operating LHD equipment and completing pre-operational circle checks prior to each use
• You will be responsible for setup and installation of remote mucking block, remote mucking stopes, remote backfilling stopes as well as mucking underground ore/waste material from various levels underground and loading haulage trucks.
• Contributing to other parts of the cycle including trucking, loading, manual bolting for rehab, services etc.
• Participating in support duties such as operating and maintaining ore chutes or conveyor systems to control the flow of ore; operating construction equipment (bulldozer, grader or backhoe) to build and maintain underground passage and haulage ways

Qualifications

• Must have Underground Hard Rock Mining Common Core (U0000, U0001, U0002, U0003, U0004, U0005, U0006, U0010, & U0012) or equivalent provincial designation,
• Specialty module U0020 - LHD with Remote Control is required
• Following Specialty modules are considered an asset:
  • U0018 – Operate Mechanized Rock Bolter
  • U0068 A or B – Perform Trackless Haulage
  • U0089 – Operate Mechanized Jumbo Drill
  • U0091 – Operate Haul Truck
• Previous experience using a jackleg and stoper considered an asset,
• Must have a minimum of 5 years underground development experience
• Committed to maintaining a safe and efficient work environment,
• Must be open to working at any of the underground mine sites that Technica operates at

Why Choose Technica?

Working at Technica means choosing a safe environment where no one employee is more important than the other, and where we prioritize people over projects. We pride ourselves on a culture that is built on our core values of respect, integrity, courage, honesty, and humility, which guide our day to day operations and decisions.

In addition, Technica offers a series of benefits including;

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, life, and disability benefits
• Company matched pension plan
• Travel pay (where applicable)
• Corporate health and Wellness Program (i.e. health risk assessments, training and nutrition plans, etc.)
• Opportunity to grow
• Company events
• Work-life balance

Candidates are required to undergo pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.

For more information about Technica Mining visit our website at www.technicamining.com or follow us on social media!

We thank all applicants for their interest but only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

Technica Mining is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request throughout the recruitment process from candidates with disabilities.

Technica Mining is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. As part of our pledge to being an equal opportunity employer, we encourage Indigenous applicants self declare their Indigenous membership on their application . We value diversity and are dedicated to ensuring that Indigenous communities can meaningfully participate in the economic benefits of our shared lands.