WM Underground Fixed Maintenance - Operator - Hoist

Hemlo Mining Corp.; Hemlo; Vor Ort; CAD 52.000 - 74.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Hemlo Mining Corp. is seeking a dedicated Hoist Operator to ensure safe and efficient hoist operation, perform daily checks, and assist with maintenance and training. The role emphasizes safety, equipment care, and teamwork within a 7/7 12-hour shift pattern.

Ideal candidates will have Grade 12, hoisting experience, and a strong safety mindset, with the ability to work independently and with the team to maintain high standards of operating procedures.

Qualifikationen

• Commitment to safety and company policies.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Willingness to work 7/7 rotation with 12-hour day/night shifts.
• Experience with hoist equipment is preferred.
• Strong attendance and performance record.

Aufgaben

• Operate the hoist in compliance with policies and PPE requirements.
• Communicate hoist, conveyance, and shaft conditions at shift changes.
• Maintain daily logs and records of tests and inspections.
• Assist with maintenance, cleaning, and restocking.
• Support training and mentoring of other team members.
• Identify unsafe equipment and report issues immediately.
• Maintain housekeeping in the hoist room and surrounding areas.
• Support scheduled maintenance and field repairs as needed.
• Collaborate with crew to meet shift objectives and safe operations.

Kenntnisse

Safety leadership

Teamwork

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Training others

Ausbildung

Grade 12 or equivalent

Tools

Hoist mining equipment

Jobbeschreibung

Position Description

The Hoist Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the hoist, including performing all required daily checks, and any other tests as required. The successful candidate will be a committed team player with strong knowledge of, and dedication to, safety, equipment operation, and equipment care. Primary duties include assisting with equipment maintenance, cleaning, and restocking operational supplies, as well as supporting the training and mentorship of other team members. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.

Responsibilities

• Work in full compliance with company policies, Safe Work Practices, the Occupational Healthand Safety Act, and use all required PPE correctly.


• Communicate the status of the hoist, conveyances, and shaft conditions with the cross-shiftHoist Operator at every shift change.


• Review and understand all recent entries in hoist and shaft logbooks, and maintain accuratedaily logs as required by regulations.


• Perform all required daily operational checks on hoists—including brakes, overwinds, tracklimits, and safety systems—and record all test results in the Hoist Operator’s logbook.


• Conduct trial trips as required to ensure safe and proper hoist operation.


• Operate the hoist strictly under the direction of the authorized person providing signals.


• Ensure all equipment has adequate operating supplies throughout the shift.


• Identify equipment that is damaged, defective, or unsafe, ensure it is not used, and reportissues immediately to the Shift Supervisor.


• Maintain a high standard of housekeeping in the hoist room and surrounding work areas.


• Assist with scheduled maintenance activities and field repairs when required.


• Work closely with other crew members to support efficient cycle completion and overall shiftobjectives.


• Train and instruct other personnel in safe and proper hoist operations when assigned.


• Perform additional duties assigned to support safe and productive operations.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.


• Basic Underground Common Core with cage/skip and hoisting specialty modules.


• Valid Hoist Operator’s medical certificate (Section 238 OH&SA)


• Practical experience with hoist mining equipment.


• Strong safety commitment and adherence to company policies.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Good communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.


• Strong problem-solving, judgment, organization, and attention to detail.


• Ability to train and instruct others.


• Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these samestandards.


• Willingness to work rotational day/night shifts.


• Able to physically meet the requirements for the position, including but not limited to: standing forlong periods and repeatedly lifting 33kg (70lbs) multiple times daily.

This position operates on a 7/7 rotation schedule, working 12-hour day and night shifts as needed.