Barminco Hemlo - Light Vehicle Mechanic

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.

The Opportunity:

Barminco Mine Services Canada Ltd. has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Light Vehicle Mechanic to join our team at the Hemlo Operations near Marathon, Ontario.

• Working a rotation of 14-shifts on and 14-days off
• Shifts are days and nights
• This position is a drive-in/drive-out, or fly-in/fly-out role if you reside outside the Marathon/Manitouwadge, Ontario area.

Reporting to the Maintenance Foreman, the successful candidate will be responsible for their safety and the safety of their co-workers while maintaining and repairing all light-vehicles and equipment underground at the Hemlo Operations.

More specifically, Light-Vehicle Mechanics will:

• Undertakes preventative, scheduled servicing and maintenance to light vehicles and mobile machinery in a safe manner and in accordance with the service sheet. 
• Unscheduled breakdown repairs, light equipment recovery.
• Diagnose faults and recommends repairs and / or improvements.
• Is proactive in all preventative maintenance procedures and carries out all repairs in accordance with Barminco workshop procedures, standards and work instructions.
• Completes all service sheets and documents additional repairs completed during servicing.
• Reads and interpret Service and Spare parts manuals.
• Advise the workshop supervisors of parts used and any additional part requirements.
• Maintain a high level of housekeeping in workshop and working areas at all times, ensure all parts are kept at minimum stock levels.
• Report all equipment faults to the Maintenance Supervisor / Foreman for scheduling into the workshop.
• Assists with training of other trades people to support a constructive team environment.

Skills and Experience:

• Experience working on the following machinery is considered an asset: Toyota Land cruisers, Kubotas, Forklifts, small backhoes, and other small ancillary equipment.
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalency
• Commitment to working safely while ensuring the safety of others.
• Ontario Provincial or Inter-Provincial Automobile Service Technician certificate
• Strong computer skills
• Minimum 5 years’ experience working in a fast-paced underground mine environment.
• Strong communications, organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment. 
• Willing to share knowledge and have an open mind to learning new skills

Physical Demands

• Frequent use of hand tools and precision instruments requiring coordination of fingers, hands, and arms.
• Prolonged periods of standing and walking over uneven, slippery, or confined surfaces underground.
• Frequent bending, kneeling, squatting, and crawling to access vehicle components and confined areas.
• Regular lifting, carrying, and moving of parts, tools, and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs (23 kg); occasional assistance with heavier loads using mechanical aids.
• Climbing in and out of vehicles and onto platforms or ladders as needed.
• Reaching above shoulder level and working in awkward positions for extended periods.
• Working in hot, humid, or cold underground conditions with exposure to dust, vibration, and noise.
• Accurate visual inspection of mechanical components; reading of manuals, gauges, and service documents.
• Ability to hear warning signals, radio communications, and mechanical irregularities in noisy environments.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks over a full shift, including in emergency breakdown situations.

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, meals and 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