Mechanic (Heavy Duty Equipment) - Voisey's Bay

Careermine; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 44,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Redpath is seeking an experienced Mechanic for an underground mine project on the east coast of Labrador, operating on a 14 days on/14 days off rotation with 12-hour shifts. The role focuses on preventive maintenance and repairs for diesel, electrical, hydraulic, and air-operated equipment, including mobile gear, generators, and drills.

The ideal candidate will be a journeyperson or have at least 3 years of mining or similar industry experience, with strong diagnostic and mechanical skills, and

Qualifications

• Journeyperson status or 3+ years as a mechanic in mining, construction, or similar.
• Basic literacy and ability to read blueprints are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic testing to identify problems and determine solutions.
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts or systems.
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance.
• Identify unsafe conditions in underground headings and act accordingly.
• Train and mentor new employees and apprentices.
• Comply with safety regulations and procedures.

Skills

Basic literacy

Blueprint reading

Multitasking

Teamwork

Diagnostics software

Hydraulic schematics

Electrical schematics

Diesel engines

Powertrain brakes

Underground braking regs

Education

High School Diploma

Ontario Underground Core (or provincial equivalent)

Tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

Job Description

Project: Voisey's Bay

Location: East coast of Labrador (approximately 350 km North of Goose Bay and 35 km Southwest of Nain)

Rotation: 14 days on, 14 days off

Shift Length: 12 hours

Travel: Flight from airport closest to point of hire

Accommodation: Remote site - Camp setting

• Compensation: Redpath offers comprehensive benefits

Pre-employment requirement: Drug test, Medical, Criminal Background Check

Scope of work

Innu Inuit Redpath Limited Partnership (IIR) will be the primary contractor on an underground mine project located on the east coast of Labrador, approximately 350 km north of Goose Bay. Future mining from the two separate underground deposits will extend the life of this operation for at least another decade. Both deposits contain Nickel and Copper and at peak production, 2.54 million tons will be mined annually.

The scope of work is to maintain the fleet of mining equipment such as jumbos, bolters, underground haul trucks, scoops, scissor lift all other associated mining equipment.

Responsibilities

Job Summary

The primary role of the Mechanic is to perform preventive maintenance and repairs to diesel, electrical, hydraulic and air operated equipment. This includes mobile equipment, generators, compressors, drills, small tools and miscellaneous equipment of a similar nature

Qualification

Journeyperson and or 3 yrs as mechanic for mining, construction, or similar industry

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic testing to identify problems and determine the solution to solve the problem
• Familiar with underground Mobile equipment Braking regulations/testing and adjusting such components.
• Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts, components or systems.
• Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturer specifications.
• Identify unsafe conditions in underground headings - high level of alertness required
• Train and mentor new employees and/or apprentices.
• Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions as required to perform assigned duties in a safe and efficient manner
• Comply with all Redpath and Owners safety regulations and procedures.
• The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive

Health and Safety

• Follow Company and Client health and safety standards and report all unsafe acts or conditions to the supervisor
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment.
• Work in accordance with local legislation

Qualifications

Skills and Qualifications

• Journeyperson and or 3 yrs as mechanic for mining, construction, or similar industryHigh School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Basic literacy (read, write, basic math and read blue print) required
• Ontario Hard Rock Underground Service Type Common Core or other provincial equivalent preferred

Work Experience

• Minimum 3 maintenance and repairs on mining, construction, or similar industry. equipment
• Ability to multitask and work effectively
• Ability to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently
• Ability to read, and understand Hydraulic/Electrical Schematics
• Ability to use and understand Engine/Powertrain Diagnostic Software, both Handheld, and computer based.
• Ability to use/understand parts and service manuals, able to make parts lists for repairs required and or use service manuals to assist in diagnostics, and proper repair procedures.
• Ability to Service/Diagnose Diesel Engines of many types and makes
• Ability to Service/Diagnose All Powertrain/Brake Components of Many types and makes
• Familiar with underground Mobile equipment Braking regulations//testing and adjusting such components.