Barminco Hemlo - Jumbo Operator

Barminco forms part of the Perenti Group, a diversified global mining services company. Barminco can offer you opportunities to take your career to the next level as one of the world's largest hard-rock underground mining companies, with operations in Australia and across the globe. The Perenti Group operates across a wide range of mining sectors and offers unique career progression opportunities.

JUMBO OPERATOR

Location: Hemlo Operations, Marathon, Ontario

Open to Canadian Residents

14 shifts-on / 14 shifts-off (days and nights), 12-hour shifts

This position is a DIDO or FIFO role if you reside outside the Marathon/Manitouwadge Ontario area.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. has an exciting opportunity for Jumbo Operators that have experience in bolting and boring with Sandvik 421 Jumbos

• Working a rotation of 14-shifts on and 14-days off
• Dayshift and nightshift
• This position is a DIDO or FIFO role if you reside outside the Marathon/Manitouwadge Ontario area.

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the successful candidate will present as a leader of the underground crews, responsible for their safety, the safety of their offsiders, and the mentoring and coaching of the broader development crews. The expectation is you can work autonomously supporting development rounds with the jumbo and drilling it out to our clients’ designs.

More specifically, our Jumbo Operators will:

• Follow plans to ensure efficient mining, mindful of the effects of overbreak and poorly drilled rounds

• Maintain a strong focus on minimizing overbreak, dilution, and re-work by achieving high-quality, well-controlled drill patterns.

• Understand and assess different ground conditions and communicate any geotechnical concerns promptly to ensure safe and productive development.
• Work autonomously, driven to succeed and keen to undertake new tasks and learn new skills
• Provide guidance, support, and on-the-job training to less experienced crew members while leading by example, sharing knowledge of safe practices, efficient drilling methods, and mine standards to help develop a strong, skilled team.
• Demonstrate strong mechanical aptitude with a thorough understanding of jumbo drill rig functions and maintenance requirements. Troubleshoot minor faults and issues on equipment to reduce downtime and maintain productivity.
• Take a leadership role within the development workplace, promoting safety, teamwork, and high performance. Support shift objectives by organizing tasks, communicating clearly, and ensuring standards are consistently met.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills and Experience:

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalency
• Demonstrated commitment to working safely while ensuring the safety of others
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in underground hard rock mining
• Minimum 3 years’ experience bolting and boring with a Jumbo, Sandvik experience is preferred.
• Ontario Underground Hard Rock Mining Common Core, inclusive of U0089 Operate Mechanized Jumbo Drill
• Strong organizational, planning and time management skills
• Strong communications skills, verbal and written
• Be flexible and willing to assist with a variety of tasks as required
• Ability to learn new tasks quickly
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment 

What we offer: 

Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. provides a challenging and rewarding work environment where your skills and experience are valued. We support career development and growth opportunities within our team.

Our compensation package includes a competitive salary, RRSP, health and medical benefits, travel allowance, and meals/camp accommodations near Marathon, Ontario.

NOTE: Selected candidates will have to successfully complete a pre-employment Fit for Duty medical which including alcohol and drug screening.

How to Apply: 

Start your application by clicking on the 'Apply' button.

Please include copies of your Ontario Underground Common Core Modular Training Transcript and all other certifications you may have that is relevant to the role you are applying for.

Barminco is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and encourages applications from individuals of all abilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates throughout every stage of the selection process.

We look forward to reviewing your application, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.