Underground Development Miners | Yellowknife, NT

Procon Mining & Tunnelling Ltd.; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise leader dans le développement minier recherche un mineur souterrain pour un projet dans les Territoires du Nord-Ouest. Le poste implique des rotations de 2 semaines sur site, avec responsabilités variées, telles que l'installation de supports et l'exploitation d'équipements souterrains. Les candidats doivent avoir au moins 5 ans d'expérience complètes en environnement minier souterrain, avec une attitude positive et la capacité de travailler en équipe.

Benefits

Voyage et hébergement pris en charge

Avantages de santé prolongés

Programme d'aide aux employés

Vacances

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 ans d'expérience dans un environnement de mine souterraine.
• Expérience dans l'installation de supports et l'exploitation de machines souterraines.
• Capable de soulever et transporter des charges de 50 lbs régulièrement.

Responsibilities

• Installer des supports au sol avec un bolter MacLean.
• Exploiter divers équipements miniers souterrains.
• Respecter les réglementations de santé et de sécurité.

Skills

Installation de supports

Exploitation d'équipements souterrains

Travail d'équipe

Job description

Procon Mining and Tunnelling (Procon) is one of the leading mine development contractors in North America. We are specialized in underground mine development, contract mining, underground excavations, civil tunneling and mining related construction projects. Centered by our people, our company culture is driven on the tenets of integrity, innovation, relationships and performance for our clients, business partners and the communities we work in. As a specialty contractor in a safety-sensitive business, our workforce safety is the foundation for everything we do.

Procon takes pride in our extensive history of successfully partnering with Indigenous communities. We believe in Indigenous partnerships that offer mutually beneficial outcomes through economic benefits and capacity building. Moving beyond compliance, we truly value the experience and knowledge brought to our Indigenous partnerships.

We are looking for motivated people who is committed to growing their professional career at Procon while gaining valuable knowledge and experience.

Based at our project in the Northwest Territories, this will be a 2 week on / 2 week off rotation opportunity.

Responsibilities :

The Underground Miners on our remote project in the Northwest Territories, may be responsible and accountable for the following :

• Installing ground support with a MacLean bolter
• Drilling development rounds with a Jumbo
• Mucking development rounds with a scooptram
• Installing mine services
• Operating various pieces of underground mining equipment
• Follow all policies and processes at the mine site and underground
• Must be prepared to adhere to all legislated regulations and company Health & Safety policies and perform the role safely and ensure Health & Safety is the number one priority
• Other mining related tasks as required

Qualifications / Requirements :

• Minimum 5 years working full-time in an underground mine environment
• Experienced in installation of ground support
• Experience operating jumbo, MacLean bolter, scooptrams, scissorlifts, and other underground equipment
• Shotcrete experience would be considered an asset
• Slinging / rigging experience would be considered an asset
• Valid NWT blasting ticket would be considered an asset
• Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying 50 lbs. repetitively and on a regular basis
• Ability to work within a fast-paced environment
• Experience working with a variety of crews and adapts well to working with others
• Dependable and able to commit to a 2 week on / 2 week off rotation
• Positive attitude and enjoys being a proactive member of a high performing team
• Residents of the Northwest Territories area and candidates identifying as Indigenous are encouraged to apply.

Pre-employment Requirements :

• Drug Test
• Medical
• Criminal Record Check

This position involves frequent air travel to and from the work site. Applicants must meet all legislated requirements for air travel to work at the remote site camp. You will be required to work both dayshift and nightshift as part of the rotational schedule 14 days on site, 14 days off site. For this safety sensitive position, you will be required to undergo a background check and be required to undergo a substance test and pre-employment testing.

What we offer :

As a valued member of the Procon team, you can look forward to a competitive compensation based on experience, skills, and qualifications. In this role, you are also eligible for benefits, including :

• Travel and accommodation arranged and provided
• Group RRSP
• Extended Health Care benefits, including Employee Assistance Program
• Vacation

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is valued at Procon and increasing Indigenous and minority groups

representation within our company’s workforce composition is a priority. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.

We mine talent and nurture innovation. Our people truly are our strength. At Procon, whether in the field or the office, you’ll be part of a cohesive team and work alongside great people from diverse backgrounds : people who love their work and are inspired to provide solutions to our clients and exceed expectations.