Generator & Diesel Engine Mechanic (Fly-in Fly-out, Arctic Mining)

David Aplin Recruiting; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Heavy Duty Mechanic for a remote mining operation in Canada. You will be responsible for troubleshooting and repairing diesel generators and the newly commissioned power plant. Applicants must have a Red Seal Certification and 5+ years of diesel engine expertise. The position includes competitive compensation, daily overtime, and comprehensive benefits including room and board and prepaid travel arrangements.

Benefits

Industry-competitive compensation

Daily overtime

On-site room and board

Fitness and recreational amenities

Prepaid flights and hotels

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with diesel generators.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada, including required permits.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair diesel generators and power plant.

Skills

Diesel engine expertise

Troubleshooting skills

Repair skills

Education

Red Seal Certification as a Heavy Duty Mechanic

Job description

Job Overview

Experience the ruggedness and raw beauty of Canada’s high Arctic while enjoying the adventure and earnings of a fly-in, fly-out lifestyle.

Join an international gold producer as they ramp up commercial production in Canada at a newly producing remote Northern mine (large‑scale underground and surface mining operations).

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair the mine’s diesel generators and the newly commissioned power plant – C15, C18, Cummins QST, CAT 3516, Isuzu, Shindaiwa, and more.

Qualifications

• Red Seal Certification as a Heavy Duty Mechanic.
• 5+ years of diesel engine/generator expertise.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits.

Benefits

This opportunity includes industry‑competitive compensation, daily overtime, 12‑hour workdays, and full access to on‑site room and board, including fitness and recreational amenities; prepaid flights and hotels, and more.

How to Apply

This opportunity is available to candidates in Toronto, Montreal, Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, Regina, Saskatoon, Winnipeg, Halifax, and St. John’s. If you’re interested in this opportunity, email your resume to [e-mail].

About APLIN

At Aplin — together with our brands CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment — we connect great people with great organizations across North America. We believe diverse teams build stronger companies, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We use AI tools to assist in a fair and efficient matching process, helping our recruiters connect the right people with the right opportunities. To be considered, applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any required permits. Our recruitment services are always free for job seekers.