Equipment Operator

Reporting to the Mining Operations Supervisor, an Equipment Operator is responsible for the safe and productive operation of various types of Excavators, Dozers, Graders, and Loaders, primarily in a Open Pit setting.

The Red Chris Mine Operations team is recruiting for the position of Equipment Operator with a competitive hourly rate of $45.18, with additional benefits, including a Travel Allowance to get to and from the work site, Benefits package, RRSP program and more. We are seeking an individual for a Fly-In, Fly-Out opportunity working on a two-weeks-in, two-weeks-out rotation.

Safety:

• Demonstrate absolute commitment in providing a safe working environment by:
• Promote and maintain a culture of ‘safe production’ by compliance with company safety systems, policies, procedures, and accountabilities.
• Ensure all incidents, near miss and hazards are reported.
• Display behaviour consistent with Newcrest’s Code of Conduct
• Application of FLHA’s in the field

Technical Accountabilities:

• Operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner, complete FLHAs on a regular basis.
• Operate various pieces of heavy equipment as required.
• Conduct inspections of the work area prior to work beginning
• Use the digital fleet management system.
• Perform pre-trip and post -trip safety inspections and complete daily logbook reports for equipment.
• Report all unsafe conditions.
• Maintain good housekeeping practices.

Position requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Minimum of 3 years experience in an open pit mine
• Minimum of 3 years experience operating Heavy equipment in an industrial setting.
• Must have a minimum of 500 hours experience on three of the following pieces of equipment, with four being preferred:
  • D10 Dozer
  • 16M or 24M Grader
  • PC2000 or 870 Excavator
  • 988 or 994 Loaders
• Class 5 driver’s licence is required
• Experience loading Haul Trucks with a 994 Loader, or equivalent, preferred
• The use of a computerized grade control/project software would be an asset.

We are committed to ensuring our team members are kept healthy and safe. To achieve this, we provide comfortable on-site accommodations, including excellent balanced meals prepared by our culinary team. Team members can expect access to TV and Wi-Fi, the on-site gym and a variety of recreational activities.

All our team members are also rewarded with a host of great benefits, including:

• Travel allowance and arrangements made for transportation to and from site
• Competitive salary commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications
• Competitive Benefits and Registered Retirement Savings Plan matching program
• Ongoing training with continuous growth and development opportunities

It is important to note that the safety and wellbeing of our team is our top priority. As such, we promote a drug and alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.