Underground Mine operators/Equipment Operators

Job Description

<h3>Job Description</h3><p>Job Description<p><p></p><p>THOAR Mining provides a wide variety of services in the support and operation of mining, ranging from project management, supervision, underground construction, maintenance, and mining equipment operation. </p><p></p><p>We have an immediate need for highly motivated, safety conscious <strong>Underground Mine Operators / Equipment Operators </strong>for a Potash project with our client at <strong>Vanscoy, SK</strong> (near Saskatoon, SK)<strong> for a 2+ months duration with an opportunity for extension to different projects. Expected start date end of October.<br /></strong></p><p>You will need to be available to work 12 hour shifts with the ability to work 2 weeks on 1 week off, days and nights</p><p>If you are passionate about equipment operation, bring underground experience within the Potash industry, and have a commitment to safety, quality, diversity and inclusion, and teamwork, we want to hear from you!<br /></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Carry out the duties of a Mine Operator safely, efficiently and as a collaborative team player;</li><li>Take part in safety meetings and inspections, and follow standard operating procedures;</li><li>Operation of scoops, alpine miners, flexiveyors, skid steers, and other cutting equipment;</li><li>Operation of bolting and scaling machines;</li><li>Installation of belt lines;</li><li>Rehab work as required;</li><li>Communication with Maintenance and Operations departments.</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><ul><li>A minimum of one year in an underground Potash setting in an equipment role, or three years in a heavy industrial equipment operation or labour role;</li><li>Training and experience running continuous miners, alpine miners, scoops, bolters, scalers, and other underground mining equipment is preferred;</li><li>Strong safety record and commitment to safety, teamwork, and collaboration;</li><li>A great attitude and work ethic;</li><li>Commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace;</li><li>Grade 12 diploma or GED;</li><li>Valid General Mine Safety Awareness – GMSA;</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively with other team members, site staff, and contractors;</li><li>Must display credibility and integrity to maintain the respect of superiors, subordinates, and peers;</li><li>Ability to manage work in scheduling software.</li></ul><p></p><p><strong>Client Requirements:</strong></p><ul><li>A pre-employment drug and alcohol test will be required.</li></ul><p>THOAR Mining offers competitive compensation, a workplace committed to safety, diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as a professional approach to all aspects of our work in the mining industry to foster your personal and professional growth.</p><p>Our total compensation package includes:</p><ul><li>Competitive Wages</li><li>Comprehensive Benefits Plan including Health Care, Dental, and Vision</li></ul></p></p>