Barminco Hemlo - Underground Lead Hand Heavy Duty 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 a Underground Lead Hand Heavy Duty Mechanic to join our team underground at our client Barrick’s Hemlo Operations near Marathon, Ontario.

• Rotations of 14 shifts on (days and nights), 14 days off
• Open to residents of Canada
• Travel assistance, camp accommodations and meals provided

Reporting to the Maintenance Foreperson, the successful candidate will be responsible for their safety and the safety of their co-workers. You will be required to work collaboratively towards delivering high-quality solutions and results.

More specifically, our Maintenance Lead Hand / Heavy Duty Mechanic will:

• Working as directed to maximise Mining Productivity and minimise equipment down-time;
• Ensuring Quality Control Inspections are carried out on all equipment before leaving workshop;
• Ensuring that all Workshop Tooling and Equipment is in a Safe and Serviceable condition;
• Conducting Workplace Inspection and ensuring everyone is adhering to all Safety Work Practices and Procedures;
• Conducting Pre-Shift meetings and delegating job tasks;
• Assisting with Training and mentoring team members.

Skills and Experience:

• Commitment to working safely while ensuring the safety of others;
• Minimum high school diploma or equivalency;
• Ontario Heavy-Duty Equipment Technician trade license required (421A);
• Red Seal Certification is preferred;  
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a lead-hand or supervisor role in a fast-paced underground mine environment;
• Supervisor Common Core is preferred;
• Strong background working on state of the art underground mobile mining equipment such as Sandvik, Normet, Volvo, Caterpillar and MacLean;
• Previous experience in managing scheduled servicing, repairs and breakdowns on underground mining equipment;
• Strong communication, organizational and time management skills;
• An ability to work autonomously in a multi-cultural work environment;
• A Willingness to share knowledge and have an open mind to learning new skills.

With your proactive attitude to safety and results driven work ethic will be viewed as a much-valued employee in alignment with Barminco's Principles and Values. For this you will be remunerated with a highly competitive package completing our vision of a work/life balance within a strong team environment.

What we offer:

Barminco Mine Services Canada Ltd. can offer you a role where you will be challenged and valued for your skills and experience.

We offer competitive wages, health and medical benefits, travel allowance, meals and camp accommodations near Marathon Ontario. 

NOTE: The health and safety or our employees are paramount in everything we do. Selected candidates will have to successfully complete a pre-employment Fit-for-Duty medical including alcohol and drug screening.

How to Apply:
If you are interested in this position, start your application by clicking on the 'Apply’ button.  We look forward to reviewing your application, however only those selected for interviews will be contacted.