Underground Mechanical Technician

Omnia Holdings; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BME is seeking an Underground Mechanical Technician to support underground emulsion charging systems across multiple sites. You will troubleshoot, maintain, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems to ensure reliable operation of critical equipment in mining environments.

The role emphasizes hands-on maintenance, adherence to safety and regulatory standards, and collaboration with stakeholders to optimise system performance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical Engineering Technician Diploma.
• Min. 3 years’ experience maintaining mobile and fixed plant equipment.
• Mining industry experience.
• Familiarity with BME’s systems and processes.
• Strong mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Planning and organizing.
• Ability to lead and train small teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Independent work with minimal supervision.
• Understanding of operational best practices and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair equipment across sites.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems.
• Support reliability and safety standards.
• Complete maintenance sheets, service reports and parts usage logs.
• Monitor critical spares and consumables.
• Coordinate repairs and logistics with stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with technical standards.
• Identify and implement continuous improvements.

Skills

Planning and organizing

Team leadership

Communication skills

Independent work

Regulatory standards

Education

High School Diploma

Mechanical Engineering Technician Diploma

Job description

Role Overview

The Underground Mechanical Technician plays a critical role in supporting the reliability and performance of underground emulsion charging systems and related equipment. This role provides essential technical support to maintain and optimise these systems, ensuring uninterrupted emulsion delivery to the client's production. The role will be accountable for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing the mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems integral to BME's operations, ensuring the reliability that underpins BME's reputation for technical competence.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair both fixed and mobile equipment across various sites.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems related to plant operations.
• Support operational reliability and safety standards.
• Complete and submit maintenance sheets, service reports and parts usage logs.
• Monitor critical spares and consumables.
• Coordinate with relevant stakeholders regarding repairs and logistics.
• Ensure all technical standards are adhered to.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement processes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Mechanical Engineering Technician Diploma.
• Minimum 3 years’ experience maintaining mobile and fixed plant equipment.
• Mining industry experience.
• Familiarity with BME’s systems and processes.
• Demonstrated expertise in mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical troubleshooting.
• Planning and Organizing.
• Proven ability to lead and train small teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Solid understanding of operational best practices and regulatory standards.