Trainer - Borden

REDPATH MINING; Chapleau; On-site; CAD 73,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care

Dental and Vision

Life Insurance

Pension Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Redpath Mining is seeking a Trainer to educate underground mining teams at the Borden Mine in Chapleau, Ontario. You will implement training plans to ensure safe and efficient operation of mobilized equipment and to meet regulatory and client requirements.

Responsibilities include assessing skill gaps, delivering classroom and practical sessions underground, coordinating training activities, and maintaining safety training matrices.

Qualifications

• Ontario underground hard rock mining background required or equivalent.
• Trainer certification or equivalent experience preferred.
• Ability to develop and deliver safety-focused training.

Responsibilities

• Assess current skill levels and create action plans.
• Deliver classroom and practical underground training.
• Coordinate training activities and maintain records.
• Ensure compliance with safety rules and Cardinal Rules.

Skills

Strong leadership

Strong organizational

Teaching ability

Education

Ontario Basic Underground Hard Rock Miner – Common Core or other provincial equivalents

Ontario Basic Underground Hard Rock Mining Specialty modules

Front Line Supervisor – Common Core or other provincial equivalents

Tools

MS Office

SharePoint

E-mail

Internet

Fax/Photocopier

Telephone systems

Adobe Professional

Server/networking access

Job description

Job Description

Location: Borden Mine, Chapleau, Ontario, Canada

Rotation: 7 on, 7 off or 14 on 14 off

Shift Length: 11 hours

Salary Range: $73,000 - $123,000/annum (variable and dependent on overtime worked and production bonus paid)

Allowance: Based on location

Benefits: Health Care, Dental and Vision, Life Insurance, Pension Plan, Employee Assistance Program

Pre–employment requirement: Drug and Alcohol testing

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the HSE Superintendent, the Trainer is responsible for training employees to safely and efficiently operate underground mining equipment and perform mining‑related tasks while meeting all Redpath, Client and legislative requirements.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assess an employee’s current skill level and assist in creating an action plan to meet goals and objectives
• Follow formalized training plans to help ready employees on safe operations of various pieces of mobilized equipment
• Train the national workforce on all types of mechanized mining equipment
• Coordinate training activities and maintain administrative functions
• Conduct theoretical training in a classroom environment underground
• Conduct practical training underground
• Maintain relevant knowledge of mobile equipment, including new pieces of equipment on site and changes in manufacturer
• Identify and correct improper operating procedures
• Ensure best practices are followed to help mitigate accidents and that all workers are following safety rules and procedures
• Maintain and update the project’s safety and training matrix in coordination with electronic and hard‑coped document control
• Perform onboarding orientations including Redpath Fatality Prevention Program, 5‑Point Safety Card, Cardinal Rules, Redpath employee safety handbook, Employee elimination protocols, etc.
• Provide coaching and mentoring with supervisors on monthly audit supervisory compliance packages, tracking completion percentages (leading and lagging indicators)
• 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

• Maintain a safe and efficient working environment
• Follow Redpath Canada Limited health and safety standards and systems, including the Five Point Safety System and the Cardinal Rules, and report any unsafe acts or conditions
• Participate and complete incident/accident investigations and take corrective action to prevent injury and/or recurrence
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment required in the performance of the work
• Have knowledge of WHMIS legislation and know how to effectively use an MSDS sheet
• Comply with the Mine Regulation Act and applicable Regulations clauses that apply to the work area

Qualifications

Education

• Ontario Basic Underground Hard Rock Miner – Common Core or other provincial equivalents
• Ontario Basic Underground Hard Rock Mining Specialty modules: Equipment specific sign‑offs including but not limited to: Epiroc Boltec’s, Maclean Bolter, Maclean Emulsion Truck, Epiroc E2C Boomer Jumbos, Sandvik LHD514, Sandvik 45 Ton Haul Trucks, Marcotte M40 Boom Trucks, MC100 Minecats Tractor, Mancarrier, 950 Front End Loaders, Telehandlers, Normet Spraymec Shotcrete Machine & Transmixer, Cat 420 Backhoe, Pipe Handler and Fan Handler or other provincial equivalents
• Ontario Basic Underground Hard Rock Front Line Supervisor – Common Core or other provincial equivalents

Work Experience

• 5 years or more as a trainer preferred
• Train the Trainer certification or equivalent

Computer & Other Skills

• MS Office
• SharePoint
• E‑mail
• Internet
• Fax/Photocopier Equipment
• Telephone Systems
• Adobe Professional
• Server/networking access and use
• Conduct risk assessment of specific tasks
• Prepare work‑related procedures and standards
• Recognize and resolve problems as needed
• Adapt to a varying work environment often requiring new and innovative work methods
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong organizational skills

Knowledge Required

• Knowledge of mining industry and methods applicable to health and safety standards
• Statistical analysis and evaluation skills
• Train‑the‑trainer skills and teaching ability
• Group facilitation skills
• Skilled and competent in auditing
• Survey and sampling knowledge
• Organization and planning abilities
• Interpret and apply legislation, standards, and guidelines pertaining to Mining Regulations, clients and Redpath
• Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization, both orally and in writing, including formal reports
• Work independently and collaboratively with a range of disciplines
• Teaching ability
• Source and understand evidence‑based content material
• Respect 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.