Underground Mine Operators / Equipment Operators

Thoar Mining Management Ltd; Saskatchewan; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Wages

Comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health Care, Dental, and Vision

Vision benefits

Job summary

A leading mining company in Saskatchewan is looking for motivated Underground Mine Operators / Equipment Operators. This role requires experience in equipment operation within the Potash sector and a commitment to safety, teamwork, and collaboration. Candidates must be prepared for 12-hour shifts on a rotation. The position offers competitive compensation and a focus on diversity and personal growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year in an underground Potash setting or three years in heavy industrial equipment operation.
• Training running various underground mining equipment preferred.
• Valid General Mine Safety Awareness – GMSA required.
• Great attitude and work ethic; commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Operate mining equipment safely and efficiently.
• Participate in safety meetings and follow procedures.
• Communicate effectively with Maintenance and Operations.
• Operate bolting and scaling machines.
• Install belt lines.
• Perform rehab work as required.
• Communicate with Maintenance and Operations departments.

Skills

Operation of continuous miners

Strong safety commitment

Team collaboration

Equipment operation experience

Education

Grade 12 diploma or GED

GMSA certified

Tools

Scheduling software

Alpine miners

Scoops

Bolters

Scalers

Job description

THOAR Mining provides a wide variety of services in the support and operation of mining, ranging from project management, supervision, underground construction, maintenance, and mining equipment operation.

We have an immediate need for highly motivated, safety conscious Underground Mine Operators / Equipment Operators for a Potash project with our client at Vanscoy, SK (near Saskatoon, SK) for a 4+ months duration with an opportunity for extension to different projects. Expected start date mid/end August.

You will need to be available to work 12 hour shifts with the ability to work all nights on a 1/1 rotation.

If you are passionate about equipment operation, bring underground experience within the Potash industry, and have a commitment to safety, quality, diversity and inclusion, and teamwork, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Carry out the duties of a Mine Operator safely, efficiently and as a collaborative team player;
• Take part in safety meetings and inspections, and follow standard operating procedures;
• Operation of scoops, alpine miners, flexiveyors, skid steers, and other cutting equipment;
• Operation of bolting and scaling machines;
• Installation of belt lines;
• Rehab work as required;
• Communication with Maintenance and Operations departments.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year in an underground Potash setting in an equipment role, or three years in a heavy industrial equipment operation or labour role;
• Training and experience running continuous miners, alpine miners, scoops, bolters, scalers, and other underground mining equipment is preferred;
• Strong safety record and commitment to safety, teamwork, and collaboration;
• A great attitude and work ethic;
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace;
• Grade 12 diploma or GED;
• Valid General Mine Safety Awareness – GMSA;
• Ability to work collaboratively with other team members, site staff, and contractors;
• Must display credibility and integrity to maintain the respect of superiors, subordinates, and peers;
• Ability to manage work in scheduling software.

Client Requirements

• A pre-employment drug and alcohol test will be required.

THOAR Mining offers competitive compensation, a workplace committed to safety, diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as a professional approach to all aspects of our work in the mining industry to foster your personal and professional growth.

Compensation Package

• Competitive Wages
• Comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health Care, Dental, and Vision