Miner 1 (Jumbo Lead)

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary: $78.33 per hour

Be a part of the initial team to grow and operate a regionally significant new underground mine development that is rapidly becoming the future of the iconic Red Lake gold mining district in Ontario, Canada.

Reporting to the Mining Supervisor, the successful candidate will safely carryout development work while following safe work procedures to provide overall production and safe target support for the Red Lake Madsen Mine team. This position will work a 14 days on and 14 days off schedule. The Miner 1 position offers an hourly rate of $78.33, with the opportunity to earn up to an additional $53.00 per hour through a production bonus, for a total earning potential of $131.33 per hour.

The focus of this role will include:

• Follow safe working practices and site safety guidelines
• Achieve production and development targets by operating equipment to undertake drilling activities in a safe and efficient manner
• Assist with other areas of operation such as Service crew, long hole drill and mucking operation
• Utilize mobile equipment and tools with due consideration for safety and environmental issues
• Work collaboratively with mining engineers, geologist and the survey team
• Utilize reliable and accurate operational and practical knowledge to minimize downtime and potential loss of production
• Maintain work area with excellent standard of housekeeping and hazard identification system
• Complete administrative processes on equipment
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Experience:

• Experience in underground hard rock techniques including level development and installation of ground support
• Proven knowledge of charging, firing, mucking and trucking of development headings
• Be physically fit to work underground
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent proven team player approach to work
• Valid drivers license
• High School Diploma an asset

Benefits:

Annual operation bonus program

Travel allowance, accommodations and meals

100% employer paid extended health and dental program

RRSP matching program

***Must be willing to produce a criminal background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol test***

Red Lake Madsen Mine is an equal opportunity employer who appreciates all those interested in working on this exciting project.