Barminco Hemlo - Underground Scoop Operator

25 Jul 2025
Barminco Canada

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 Scoop Operator to join our team underground at the Hemlo Operations near Marathon, Ontario.

 

  • This position works 14-days on / 14-days off
  • Shifts are days and nights.
  • It is a "drive in/drive out" or “fly in/fly out” position if you reside outside the Marathon, Ontario region.

 

Reporting to the Shift Supervisor, the successful candidate will be responsible for their safety and the safety of their co-workers while operating loading units underground.

 

More specifically, our Scoop Operator will:

  • Safely operate large mobile equipment such Sandvik 517’s, and other machinery as required
  • Muck development headings and stockpiles (manual and remote), and load hal trucks with ore or waste
  • Identify unsafe conditions in underground headings
  • Muck sumps and maintain roadways as required
  • Coordinate haulage trucks and traffic within the working area to ensure safe and efficient movement
  • Maintain accurate daily plods
  • Be open to learning new techniques and willing to share knowledge and skills with coworkers
  • Comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions to perform duties safely and efficiently

 

Skills and Experience:

  • Minimum high school diploma or equivalency
  • Demonstrated commitment to working safely while ensuring the safety of others
  • Underground Common Core and specialty modules
  • Minimum 8 years’ experience working underground in a production/development role
  • Previous experience mucking with Atlas Copco, Sandvik and/or Cat loading units is an asset
  • Strong organizational, planning and time management skills
  • Must have good radio etiquette and strong communications skills
  • 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 

 

Physical Demands

  • Frequently exposed to underground mining conditions including reduced lighting, high humidity, noise, vibration, and uneven terrain
  • Climb ladders, stairs, and access mobile equipment such as scoop trams and haul trucks
  • Able to perform both fine motor tasks (e.g., using controls, completing reports, handling small components) and gross motor tasks (e.g., operating heavy machinery, moving hoses and pumps) with both hands

 

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.

 

Candidates must be legally eligible to work in Canada