Equipment Operator, Tailings 1

Hudbay Minerals Inc.; Princeton; On-site; CAD 129,803,000 - 134,215,000; Full time

Job summary

Hudbay Minerals Inc. is seeking an Equipment Operator, Tailings for Copper Mountain Mine in Princeton, BC. This is a temporary 6-month contract on a 7x7, 12-hour day/night shift schedule.

The role supports water system operations and heavy equipment management to maintain pumping and piping assets across the site; the position is not a fly-in-fly-out assignment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Safe rigging certification or ability to obtain.
• Minimum 2 years operating Dozer, Excavator, Grader, and Articulating Rock Truck.
• Pipefitting/fusing or tailings water system experience preferred.
• Valid BC driver’s license and access to transportation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure work complies with TMF OMS manuals and water systems OMS.
• Adhere to mining regulations and Copper Mountain safety/environmental standards.
• Observe OH&S Act, Mines Act, and Copper Mountain SOPs.
• Assist in pipefitting and fusing tasks.
• Provide bolting/unbolting of HDPE pipe.
• Operate dozer, excavator, grader, and articulating rock trucks.
• Assist in mine areas during relines or maintenance on mill shutdowns.
• Perform other duties related to Water Systems Equipment Operator as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

Safety awareness

Equipment operation

Mechanical skills

Self-motivation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BC driver’s license (Class 5/7N)

Safe rigging certification preferred

Tools

Dozer

Excavator

Grader

Articulating Rock Truck

Job description

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Equipment Operator, Tailings 1

Date: Aug 19, 2026

Company: Hudbay Minerals

Temporary Equipment Operator, Tailings

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Who we are:

Hudbay Minerals Inc. is a vertically integrated mining company that operates mines, concentrators, and metal production facilities. Our vision is of a growing, well-managed, and consistently profitable company that provides value to our shareholders. Exploration success and continuous improvement in safety, health, environment, and operating performance drive the company’s value. Our employees at every level of the company demonstrate ethics and integrity, take on accountability, and achieve success. Strategic planning is a core strength with plan execution enhanced by high levels of understanding and collaboration. Our company strives to build mutual trust and respect with all of our stakeholder groups.

The Copper Mountain mine currently produces approximately 100 million pounds of copper equivalent per year. With a future mill expansion and the integration of New Ingerbelle, the Copper Mountain Mine is expected to produce approximately 140 million pounds of copper equivalent per year over the first 20 years of its 32-year mine life based on reserves. Copper Mountain is committed to the safe, responsible mining of copper, which is vital to powering a clean-energy future.

The Opportunity:

Hudbay Minerals Inc. is seeking for Equipment Operator, Tailings at our Copper Mountain Mine in Princeton, BC. This is a tempoary position with 6 months contract on 7x7, 12-hour, day and night shift schedule.

Please note that this opportunity is NOT a fly-in-fly-out position.

Become a Part of Our Team

As we continue to grow Copper Mountain Mine (BC) Ltd., there are many career development opportunities available for motivated and goal-oriented individuals.

Work with us and you will benefit from the mentorship and guidance of experienced team members because we understand that in order to accomplish our goals, we must work as a team and rely on the effort of every team member.

Position

Equipment Operator, Tailings

Location

Copper Mountain Mine, is located near the town of Princeton, British Columbia at the center of the scenic Similkameen Valley. Princeton is a community-oriented town with a diverse offering of activities, especially for those who love the outdoors. Princeton is also in close proximity to both the city of Vancouver and the Okanagan.

Summary

Reporting to Water Systems Shift Supervisor, the Water Systems Equipment Operator, is responsible for providing full oversight of heavy equipment in accordance with best practices and safe operating procedures. This role supports the site water management through use of heavy equipment for pumping and piping asset set up and by maintaining roads / access to pumping and piping assets across the Copper Mountain Mine (CMM) site.

Responsibilities

• Ensure that work is carried out in accordance with the tailings management facilities’ (TMF) Operation, Maintenance, Surveillance (OMS) manual and any related water systems OMS manual,
• Ensures site compliance with mining regulations and follows Copper Mountain Mine site’s safety, quality, and environmental standards in all aspects of work,
• Observes Occupational Health and Safety Act, Mines Act, and Copper Mountain SOPs,
• Assists in pipefitting and fusing,
• Provides bolting and unbolting HDPE pipe,
• Works with dozer, excavator, grader, and articulating rock trucks,
• Assists in any operational issues in any area of the mine including relines and support maintenance on mill shutdown days,
• Performs any other responsibilities related to the Water Systems Equipment Operator position as required or as assigned by the department head.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED),
• Must have safe rigging or be able to obtain certification,
• Minimum of two (2) years in the operation of Dozer, Excavator, Grader, and Articulating Rock Truck,
• Pipefitting/fusing, tailings facility and/or mine water systems experiences preferred,
• Possess a valid Class 5/7N British Columbia driver’s license and have access to personal transportation

Required Skills

• Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills,
• Have high regard for personal safety and the safety of company property and employees,
• Demonstrated ability in operating equipment as listed by mine procedures and standards – Road Maintenance, Dam Construction,
• Working knowledge of Tailings operations and Mine Water Systems is an asset,
• Demonstrates ability to service own equipment and to work in a fast-paced environment,
• Strong work ethic, capable of performing tasks with minimal supervision,
• Strong mechanical skills .

Working Conditions

• Work requires working in heavy industrial environments; these may have conditions that include adverse temperature conditions, both hot and cold; in and/or around moisture; walking on slippery and/or rough, uneven surfaces, in confined spaces; at heights; and involves climbing ladders and stairs,
• Frequent exposure to uncomfortable conditions associated with the work environment such as noise and working in dusty and wet environments.
• Exposure to hazardous environments with the requirement of wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE),
• Job requirements are to be clean-shaven.
• Will be required to be clean-shaven.

Rate of Pay

$45.30 - $46.84/

Copper Mountain Mine is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. While we consider all qualified applicants for employment and thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.