Mechanic, Heavy Duty

SSR Mining Inc.; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO camp

Accommodation

Safety training

Job summary

SSR Mining Inc. is seeking a Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our maintenance team for underground and surface operations at a remote camp. You will provide mechanical support, follow manuals, and uphold our health and safety standards.

Key duties include repairing, overhauling, servicing equipment, interpreting work orders, training other mechanics, and forecasting parts. Candidates need an Interprovincial Heavy Duty trade certification and 4–5 years of heavy‑duty experience; underground experience

Qualifications

• Interprovincial Heavy-Duty trade certification required.
• 4–5 years of heavy‑duty equipment experience required.
• Alimak experience is an asset.
• Underground experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Ensure projects are carried out on budget and on time.
• Repair surface and underground mechanical equipment promptly.
• Interpret work orders and technical manuals.
• Overhaul, maintain, service, and recondition mining equipment.
• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment for faults.
• Determine extent of repair required.
• Adjust equipment and replace defective parts.
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance.
• Lubricate and perform maintenance tasks.
• Provide direction and training to mechanics and other departments.
• Forecast parts and suggest repair methods.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the department.

Skills

Teamwork

Urgent response

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Safety oriented

Education

Interprovincial Heavy Duty trade certification

Job description

Who Are We?

SSR Mining Inc. is an intermediate gold company with four producing assets located in the USA, Canada, and Argentina, combined with a global pipeline of high‑quality development and exploration assets in the USA, Turkey, and Canada. SSR’s commitment to safety, collaboration, and excellence allows us to continue building upon our already strong foundation. With an industry‑leading pipeline of projects, strong financial positioning, and talented employees, we look forward to our bright future!

Job Description

Reporting to either the Supervisor, Maintenance, or the Mechanic, Heavy Duty, you will work with the Maintenance team and provide mechanical support and expertise to all areas of the underground and surface operations. This position requires a thorough knowledge of maintenance and repair of mining equipment and the motivation to work in a challenging environment with minimal supervision. You will follow instruction, use shop and assembly manuals, and adhere to the health and safety standards established by SSR Mining.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Ensure projects are carried out meticulously while meeting all budget and time constraints.
• Repair surface and underground mechanical equipment in a timely and financially responsible manner.
• Interpret work orders and technical manuals.
• Overhaul, maintain, service, and recondition mining equipment.
• Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions.
• Determine extent of repair required.
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts.
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance.
• Clean, lubricate, and perform other maintenance work.
• Give direction and training to all levels of mechanics as needed and to other departments as required.
• Assist in forecasting parts.
• Make recommendations regarding extent of repairs and suggest methods of improvement.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by the department.

Your Knowledge and Skills

• Able to work in a team environment.
• React to urgent operational needs.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Positive and proactive attitude towards safety.

Your Education and Experience

• Interprovincial Heavy Duty trade certification (Technical mechanical diploma considered).
• Minimum four to five years of heavy‑duty equipment experience.
• Alimak experience an asset.
• Experience working underground an asset.

About Our Working Conditions

This position schedule is 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off at our remote camp. The candidate will be required to fly in/fly out with pick‑up points in Saskatoon, Prince Albert, and La Ronge.

Our Stipulations

This job posting complies with all Company standards, policies and procedures, including the Code of Conduct. Our Respect in the Workplace policy, Safety, Health & Environment policies, and applicable legislation are implemented by the Company.

SSR Mining Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Employment Equity

At SSR Mining – Seabee Gold Operation, we are dedicated to developing a talented and diverse workforce. We actively promote employment equity and invite applicants to voluntarily indicate if they belong to a designated group during the hiring process. Employment equity is not about quotas or hiring individuals who are not qualified. It broadens the pool of qualified candidates – including women, Indigenous peoples, visible minorities, and individuals with disabilities – and seeks to eliminate barriers that impede participation in the workforce.

Women

We consider a person to be a woman if the individual self‑identifies as such. The definition recognizes that gender is a self‑identification that does not necessarily match the sex of an individual.

Aboriginal People

As defined in the Canadian Employment Equity Act, Aboriginal Peoples refers to persons who are Indian, Inuit or Métis.

Persons With Disabilities

Examples include, but are not limited to: blindness or visual impairment, coordination or dexterity impairment, deafness or hearing impairment, mobility impairment, speech impairment, other disabilities (e.g., learning disabilities, developmental disabilities).

Members of Visible Minorities

Examples include, but are not limited to: non‑white Latin American, Black, East Asian, South Asian/East Indian, Southeast Asian, non‑white West Asian/North African or Arab, people of mixed origin.

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