Miner - Cable Bolter - Borden Lake

Redpath Mining Inc.; Ontario; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Cable Bolter to ensure safety in underground mining operations. This role involves inspecting headings, scaling rocks, and installing ground support to stabilize the rock mass. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to safety and the ability to work effectively in a team. Join a company that has been providing innovative mining solutions since 1962 and be part of a barrier-free environment that values diversity and accommodation.

Benefits

Health Care

Dental and Vision

Life Insurance

Pension Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience as a miner with a focus on safety standards.
• Ability to read mine plans and work effectively in teams.

Responsibilities

• Inspect underground headings and ensure safety through ground support.
• Operate large mobile equipment and follow directives from supervisors.

Skills

Underground Mining Safety

Drilling Techniques

Team Collaboration

Reading Mine Plans

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand-held Pneumatic Drills

Scissor Lift

Low-profile Front-end Loader

Job description

Location:Chapleau, Ontario, Canada
Rotation:7 days on 7 days off
Shift Length: 11 hours
Allowance: Based on location
Benefits: Health Care, Dental and Vision, Life Insurance, Pension Plan, Employee Assistance Program
Pre-employment requirement: Drug Test, Medical

Job Summary:

The primary role of the Cable Bolter is to inspect existing underground headings, scale loose rocks and install ground support to stabilize rock mass and ensure safety.

Responsibilities

General:

• Identify unsafe conditions in underground headings - high level of alertness required.
• Scale back and walls as required to make the workplace safe.
• Drill holes using hand-held pneumatic drills or drill-boom mounted on bolter.
• Insert rock bolt following approved method of installation.
• Install other ground support components as required such as welded wire mesh and shotcrete.
• Install or fix existing mines services such as vent tubing and pipes using various lifting equipment such as scissor trucks, chain blocks and hand tools.
• Operate large mobile equipment such as 3.5 yard and 9-yard low-profile front-end loader (Scoop tram) and scissor lift (man lift), and/or 30 ton/40 ton/50-ton trucks.
• Receive instructions or directives from Shift Supervisors and Captain to coordinate day to day ground control requirements;
• Assess all excavations and install ground support in development or reconditioned areas as per plan and section as the development progresses;
• Keep track of all advances and communicate to supervisors and cross shifts footages and volumes on a daily, weekly and monthly basis
• Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions as required to perform his duties in a safe and efficient manner
• The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.

Health and Safety:

• Having the authority and responsibility to maintain a safe and efficient working environment
• Following Redpath Canada Limited health and safety standards and systems, including the Five Point Safety System and the Cardinal Rules, and reporting any unsafe acts or conditions
• Responsible to ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment required in the performance of the work.
• Must have knowledge of the WHMIS legislation and know how to effectively use an MSDS sheet.
• Comply with the Act and Mining Regulations that apply to the work area.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred)
• 2 years or more experience as a miner

Knowledge Required:

• Demonstrated ability to read mine plans and specifications for underground mining.
• Ability to multi task and work effectively
• Ability to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently
• Respectful of cultural differences

About Us

Redpath provides full service mining solutions and innovation around the world since 1962.

Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.