Miner - Canadian Royalties Inc.

Redpath-Mining-Contractors-and-Engineers; Quebec; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision care

Life insurance

Pension plan

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Redpath Canada Limited is seeking a Miner to inspect underground headings, scale loose rocks, and install ground support to stabilize rock mass and ensure safety on a 12-hour shift schedule. The role involves operating and coordinating with underground equipment and maintaining safe working conditions in confined spaces.

The candidate should have a High School Diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of mining experience, with the ability to read mine plans and work well within a team while

Qualifications

• Read mine plans and specifications for underground mining.
• Ability to multi task and work effectively in a team or independently.
• Must be respectful of cultural differences.

Responsibilities

• Inspect underground headings and scale loose rocks to stabilize rock mass.
• Install ground support including rock bolts and mesh.
• Operate or coordinate use of underground equipment under supervision.
• Identify unsafe conditions and communicate with supervisors.
• Load development rounds and install or repair mine services such as vents and fans.

Skills

Read mine plans

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Project: Canadian Royalties Inc.
Location:Northern Quebec (100km south of Deception Bay, 1800km north of Montreal, Canada)
Rotation : 14 days on, 14 days off
Shift work : 12 hours
Travel: Flights to and from Val d'Or, Montreal, Quebec City, Nunavik and La Grande Rivière.
Accommodation: Remote site - camp
Benefits :

• Redpath offers comprehensive benefits including, but not limited to, health, dental and vision care, life insurance, a pension plan and an employee assistance program.

Job Summary:

The primary role of Miner is to inspect existing underground headings, scale loose rocks and install ground support to stabilize rock mass and ensure safety. The tasks may involve the operation of scaling bars, pneumatic hand-held drills, use of rubber-tired underground mobile equipment such as LHD (Load-Haul-Dump) units, scissor trucks, shotcrete sprayers and other support vehicles in a confined environment. Load development rounds, install or fix existing mine services such as pipe, vent, cables and fans.

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

Health and Safety:

• Having the authority and responsibility to maintain a safe and efficient work 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 are not necessarily all inclusive.

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

In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish.
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.