Underground Mechanized Bolter — Ground Support Pro

The Redpath Group; Quebec; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision care

Life insurance

Pension

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Redpath Group is seeking a Mechanized Bolter to inspect underground headings, install ground support, and ensure rock stability at IAMGOLD Westwood Mine. Under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor, you will operate mechanized bolting equipment and follow safety procedures.

This role requires 2+ years with mechanized bolting in underground mining and at least 3 years as an underground miner, a high school diploma, and a commitment to WHMIS safety standards.

Qualifications

• 2 years or more experience with mechanized bolting equipment in an underground mining environment
• Minimum 3 years’ experience as a underground miner

Responsibilities

• Identify and rectify unsafe conditions in underground headings
• Drill holes using mechanized bolting equipment
• Install resin rebar using mechanized bolting equipment
• Install other ground support components as required such as welded wire mesh, straps, cable bolts or swellex
• Keep track of all work progress and communicate to supervisors and cross shifts status of workplace
• Must be able to comprehend written Engineering prints and verbal instructions as required to perform assigned duties in a safe and efficient manner
• Must be able to perform pre-operational inspections on equipment and operate in a safe and efficient manner
• The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive

Job description

The Redpath Group is seeking a Mechanized Bolter to inspect underground headings, install ground support, and ensure rock stability at IAMGOLD Westwood Mine. Under the supervision of the Shift Supervisor, you will operate mechanized bolting equipment and follow safety procedures.

This role requires 2+ years with mechanized bolting in underground mining and at least 3 years as an underground miner, a high school diploma, and a commitment to WHMIS safety standards.