Heavy Equipment Operator - 3

Avanti Software Inc.; Unorganized Thunder Bay District; Remote; CAD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meals at mine site

Health & medical insurance

Retirement savings plan

Travel allowance

Job summary

Impala Canada is seeking a mine site operator to perform equipment operation, loading, hauling, and roadway maintenance on the Lac des Iles Mine. You will operate haulage trucks, back hoes, graders, dozers, and loaders while ensuring safety and adherence to policies.

The role requires strong English communication, manual labor capability, and the ability to work within a 7x7 rotation. Training in MTCU modules is preferred.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge and skills in equipment operation.
• Proficient operating haulage trucks, back hoes, graders, dozers, light vehicles, boom truck, sand truck, loaders.
• Maintenance of roadways on the mine site and safe work environment.
• Follow company policies and legislative standards.
• Ability to communicate hazards or concerns to supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment on the mine site, including haulage trucks, back hoes, graders, dozers and loaders.
• Load, haul, and maintain roadways on site.
• Maintain a safe work environment and follow company policies.
• Communicate hazards or concerns to supervisor on 7x7 rotation Crew D.

Skills

Equipment operation

Haulage trucks operation

Heavy machinery operation

Safety awareness

Hazard communication

Verbal and written English

Manual labor

Education

MTCU modules for bull dozer, hydraulic excavator & haulage truck

Job description

Impala Canada operates the Lac des Iles Mine (LDI), producing 41% of Canada’s palladium and providing high-paying career opportunities for high-caliber individuals who want to work with modern equipment, strong leadership, and a company that invests in its people. Located just 90 minutes northwest of Thunder Bay, LDI has been in operation for 32 years and plays a vital role in producing palladium: a critical mineral essential to reducing global vehicle emissions and supporting a cleaner environment.
Our site is built on a uniquely rich ore body and is supported by advanced underground, surface, and milling infrastructure. We’re known for our proven safety record, a culture of comradery, and leaders grounded in our values: respect, care, and deliver. Competitive compensation, practical travel allowances, excellent benefits, and RSP support reflect our commitment to the people who keep this operation running.
LDI is located in Robinson-Superior Treaty territory, on the traditional lands of the Anishnaabeg and the Métis. As an active community partner in the Thunder Bay region, Impala Canada supports local organizations, education, healthcare, and development initiatives that strengthen the well-being of the region we call home.

Job Description:

• Working knowledge and skills in equipment operation
• Responsible for equipment operation, loading, hauling and maintaining roadways on the mine site
• Must demonstrate proficiency operating haulage trucks, back hoes, graders, dozers, light vehicles, boom truck, sand truck, loaders and perform other duties as required and assigned by the Supervisor, such as water pumps and piping, snow removal and assisting site services as required.
• Maintain a safe work environment
• Follow company policies and legislative standards
• Ability to effectively communicate any hazards or concerns to supervisor 7x7 rotation Crew D

Qualifications:

• Surface miner common core
• Must have MTCU modules for bull dozer, hydraulic excavator and haulage truck
• Experience with power tools, chainsaws, water pumps and gen-sets is considered an asset
• Proficient in the operation of various heavy equipment in a mine operations environment is considered an asset
• Verbal and written proficiency of the English language
• Able to perform manual labor
• DZ License is considered an asset; Class G at a minimum

What's in it for You:

The position offers a competitive remuneration package consisting of hourly wage, health & medical insurance, retirement savings plan and travel allowance.Meals are provided while at the mine site.

Please note, that all job offers are conditional upon successful completion of a pre-employment medical which includes drug and alcohol testing.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please visit www.impalacanada.com for more information regarding Lac des Iles Mines.