Heavy Equipment Operator

Autism Services; Estevan; Hybrid; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Westmoreland Mining Holdings LLC - Estevan Mine in Estevan, Saskatchewan is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our full-time team. You will operate, inspect, and maintain heavy equipment, following safety and site regulations.

The rotation is a 28-day cycle with day and night shifts from 7:00 to 7:00. The position requires the ability to handle 12-hour shifts and may require accommodation arrangements. Eight positions are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Valid Class 5 driver's license.
• Experience operating heavy equipment in a mining environment is considered a strong asset.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, rotating days and nights.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with company policies, site regulations, and safety procedures.
• Conduct thorough pre- and post-shift inspections to assess equipment condition and ensure operational readiness.
• Monitor equipment performance and promptly report any deficiencies, abnormal sounds or odors, or indicators of mechanical issues.
• Adjust equipment operation based on ground conditions and material handling requirements.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs as needed to maintain equipment performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Driving license (Class 5)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Westmoreland Mining Holdings LLC - Estevan Mine

Posted Date:

27-Aug-2026

Location:

ESTEVAN

# of Positions:

8

Employment Terms:

Full-Time

Apply By Date:

17-Sep-2026

Application Information

Employer Name: Westmoreland Mining Holdings LLC - Estevan Mine

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with company policies, site regulations, and safety procedures.
• Conduct thorough pre- and post-shift inspections to assess equipment condition and ensure operational readiness.
• Monitor equipment performance and promptly report any deficiencies, abnormal sounds or odors, or indicators of mechanical issues.
• Adjust equipment operation based on ground conditions and material handling requirements.
• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs as needed to maintain equipment performance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency certificate.
• Valid Class 5 drivers license.
• Previous experience operating heavy equipment in a mining environment is considered a strong asset.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, rotating days and nights.

This position currently follows a 28-day shift rotation working day and night shifts from 7:00 to 7:00. The shift rotation is: 3 days, 2 off, 2 nights, 3 off, 2 days, 2 off, 3 nights, 2 off, 2 days, 3 off, 2 nights, 2 off.

The Estevan Mine is located approximately 12 km from the city of Estevan and 16 km from the town of Bienfait. The successful candidate will be responsible for their own accommodations and transportation.