Dozer Operator

MTW Employment Services; Greenstone; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

MTW Employment Services is seeking a Dozer Operator for the Greenstone Mine in Ontario. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in dozer operation, be self-motivated, and capable of working independently. The role involves operating heavy equipment safely, performing maintenance, and effectively communicating in a team setting. The company is committed to inclusiveness and encourages qualified candidates to apply, offering accommodations as needed.

Benefits

Company transportation from multiple pick-up points

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience operating a dozer at a mine site.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Experience willing to work in an inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate the dozer safely and efficiently according to policies.
• Monitor gauges and report issues to dispatch.
• Perform risk assessments and maintain equipment.

Skills

Safety Awareness

Communication Skills

Self-Motivation

Ability to Manage Priorities

Education

Heavy Equipment Operator training

Ontario Surface Common Core training

Job description

The Greenstone Mine commenced production in May 2024 and will be one of Canada’s largest open-pit gold mines, with annual production expected to average nearly 400,000 ounces of gold per year for an initial 14-year mine life with additional potential from a large underground deposit. Greenstone Gold Mines LP is owned by Equinox Gold Corp, a Vancouver-based mining company with seven other operating mines in the United States, Mexico and Brazil.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Dozer Operator to join our team. Reporting to the Mine Operations Supervisor, the Dozer Operator is responsible for safely and productively operating tracked Dozers varying in operating weight.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the dozer in a safe and efficient way in accordance with all relevant legislation, company policies and procedures.
• Monitor gauges, and other indicators to ensure the dozer is working properly, report discrepancies to dispatch.
• Perform field level risk assessments.
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping as well as lubricating and refilling all fluids as required.
• Use two-way-radio, horn, and light signals to communicate with other operators and ensure safety.
• Use the dozer according to operating practices to push and place materials such as overburden, sand, gravel, blasted rock, and snow. Build pads, build roads, prep drill patterns, rip & maintain pit floors, support loading units as well as perform shovel clean ups.

Job Conditions

• 2+ years of experience operating a dozer at a mine site.
• Self-motivated with track record of successfully working independently.
• Manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Able to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
• Good verbal and written communications skills.
• Take initiative and work independently.
• Willing to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment.
• Willing to perform repetitive tasks.
• This position is based in Geraldton, Ontario.

Certifications

• Valid driver’s license.
• Heavy Equipment Operator training or related experience required.
• Ontario Surface Common Core training is an asset.

Greenstone Mine provides company transportation from multiple pick-up point locations.

Greenstone Gold Mines is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.