Mine Haul Truck Swap Operator

MTW Employment Services; Greenstone; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Ontario seeks a Mine Haul Truck Operator to safely operate large haul trucks at the Greenstone Mine. The ideal candidate will have heavy equipment operator training and a commitment to safety. Responsibilities include performing risk assessments, maintaining equipment, and reporting safety issues. This position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

Company transportation from multiple pick-up points

Qualifications

• Ability to read, understand, and follow work instructions in a safe and accurate manner.
• Self-motivated with a track record of working independently.
• Ability to adapt and work in an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate the Large Mine Haul Truck in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform Field Level Risk Assessments.
• Maintain and clean operator cabin.
• Complete daily reports on safety and production.
• Communicate using two-way radio, horn, and light signals.

Skills

Mining company/mine site experience

Strong commitment to safety

Good verbal and written communication skills

Education

Heavy Equipment Operator training

Valid Ontario G1 driver’s licence

Ontario Surface Common Core training

Job description

The Greenstone Mine commenced production in May 2024 and will be one of Canada’s largest open-pit gold mines, with annual production expected to average nearly 400,000 ounces of gold per year for an initial 14-year mine life with additional potential from a large underground deposit. Greenstone Gold Mines LP is owned by Equinox Gold Corp, a Vancouver-based mining company with seven other operating mines in the United States, Mexico and Brazil.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Mine Haul Truck Operator to join our team. Reporting to the Mine Operations Supervisor, the Mine Haul Truck Operator is responsible for safely and productively operating a Mine Haul Truck.

This is a permanent position where team members are required to work up to 8 hours a day. Candidates will be responsible for the swapping of haul trucks for operator breaks.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate the Large Mine Haul Truck in a safe and efficient way in accordance with all relevant legislation, company policies and procedures.
• Perform Field Level Risk Assessments.
• Cleaning operator cabin and refilling equipment fluids as required.
• Complete logbooks and daily reports on safety issues and production.
• Accurately track all load’s sources, and destinations.
• Use two-way-radio, horn, and light signals to communicate with other operators and ensure safety.
• Use the Mine Haul Truck according to operating practices, policies, and procedures to haul materials such as sand, aggregates, blasted rock, and snow to various locations on the mine site.
• Monitor gauges, and other indicators to ensure the mine haul truck is working properly, report discrepancies.

Job Conditions

• Mining company/mine site experience is an asset.
• Strong commitment to safety.
• Manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Able to read, understand, and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate, and timely manner.
• Self-motivated with track record of successfully working independently.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment.
• Willing to perform repetitive tasks.
• This position is based in Geraldton, Ontario.

Certifications

• Heavy Equipment Operator training is required.
• Valid Ontario G1, equivalent or higher driver’s licence.
• Ontario Surface Common Core training is an asset.

Education

Greenstone Mine provides company transportation from multiple pick-up point locations.

Greenstone Gold Mines is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.