Operator, Mining

Impala Canada Limited; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Health & medical insurance

Retirement savings plan

Travel allowance

Accommodations and meals provided at 1

Extracurricular activities during off‑

Job summary

Impala Canada Limited seeks experienced ITH Drill Operators for Lac des Iles Mine near Thunder Bay, Ontario. Operate and maintain ITH drills for production blast holes in a modern underground setting with a safety-first mindset.

Accommodations provided and travel assistance accompany a competitive remuneration package, health insurance, retirement plan, and travel allowances at the mine site. Extracurricular activities may be available during off-duty time.

Qualifications

• Experience operating the ITH Long-Hole Drill in underground formations.
• Ability to operate and maintain ITH Drill, align and drill faces per plan.
• Strong commitment to safety and company procedures.
• Ability to guide less experienced workers safely.
• Ability to understand and execute instructions precisely.
• Maintain housekeeping and deliver quality results.
• Completion of pre-employment medical including drug/alcohol testing.
• Familiarity with MTCU guidelines and prerequisites.

Responsibilities

• Operate ITH Long-Hole Drill for production blast holes.
• Maintain and prep drill equipment and face according to layout.
• Adhere to safety standards and direct team members as needed.

Skills

ITH Long-Hole Drill

Underground drilling

Safety procedures

Supervisory ability

Instruction following

Housekeeping & quality

Pre-employment medical

MTCU guidelines

Job description

Mining ITH Drill Operators - Lac des Iles Mine - Accommodations Provided + Travel Assistance - Thunder Bay, ON

Impala Canada Ltd. is seeking experienced ITH Drill Operators to join their team at the Lac des Iles Mine near Thunder Bay, Ontario. This role involves operating and maintaining ITH drills for production blast holes in a modern mining environment. The ideal candidates are safety-focused, skilled in underground drilling, and eager to work with advanced equipment at a leading palladium producer.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package
• Health & medical insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Travel allowance
• Accommodations and meals provided at the mine site
• Opportunities for extracurricular activities during off-duty time

What You’ll Need

• Working knowledge and skills in the operation of the ITH Long-Hole Drill
• Ability to operate and maintain ITH Drill, prepare and drill the face according to layout
• Commitment to safety and following company procedures
• Ability to direct less skilled employees safely
• Ability to understand and follow instructions
• Housekeeping and quality, professional results
• Completion of pre-employment medical including drug and alcohol testing
• Some specialty module training may require prerequisites; MTCU guidelines will be followed