Shaft Operations Lead: Mining & Heavy Equipment

The Redpath Group; Superior (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lead Toplander at The Redpath Group will be responsible for operating shaft conveyance controls, moving materials, and organizing yard stock while ensuring safe shaft collar activities.

The role requires handling explosives, managing rigging and lifting gear, and maintaining storage of drill components and safety equipment. Candidates must meet safety standards and be able to work long hours, shifts, and overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a mining environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication skills.
• Commitment to safety directives and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate shaft doors, conveyors, chutes and dump points.
• Maintain rigging, slings and lifting attachments; inspect equipment.
• Handle explosives and manage supply storage and safety equipment.
• Operate surface equipment (forklift, loader, tugger) and drive company vehicles if needed.
• Conduct Field Level Risk Assessments and follow SOPs.

Skills

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Safety compliance

Reading comprehension

Attention to detail

Communication (written)

Education

High School or GED

Job description

The Lead Toplander at The Redpath Group will be responsible for operating shaft conveyance controls, moving materials, and organizing yard stock while ensuring safe shaft collar activities.

The role requires handling explosives, managing rigging and lifting gear, and maintaining storage of drill components and safety equipment. Candidates must meet safety standards and be able to work long hours, shifts, and overtime as needed.