At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead construction mining tasks and mentor less experienced miners in a dynamic underground environment.
- Company: Join Redpath, a leader in innovative mining solutions with a commitment to safety and excellence.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Flexible rotation schedule with opportunities for career growth and skill development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the mining industry while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: High school diploma, basic literacy, and 2 years of underground construction experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 75000 - 125000 $ per year.
Project: North Mine
Location: Sudbury
Rotation: 7 days on, 7 days off
Shift Length: 10.5 hours
Salary Range: $75,000 - $125,000/annum, range is variable and dependent on overtime worked and production bonus paid
Travel: Not provided
Benefits: Redpath offers comprehensive benefits including but not limited to health, dental and vision care, life insurance, pension and employee assistance program
Pre-employment requirement: Drug Test
Job Summary
The primary role of the Lead Construction Miner is to perform construction mining tasks efficiently with little to no supervision and guide less experienced miners. Responsibilities include a wide variety of work such as:
- Shotcreting
- Building refuge stations
- Crusher stations
- Muck bins
- Conveyor installation
- Timber and concrete work
- Sump installations
Responsibilities
- Inspect existing underground headings
- Scale loose rocks and recommend re-evaluation of areas for ground conditions
- Use scaling bars, pneumatic hand-held drills, and rubber-tired underground mobile equipment
- Install vent tubing (air, water, and pumping lines) and perform other construction work and maintenance jobs as required
- Mentor and provide leadership to Construction Miner and Construction Labourer team members
- Operate and understand various types of underground equipment
- Operate hand-held drills such as jacklegs and stoppers
Health And Safety
- Maintain a safe and efficient working environment
- Follow Redpath Canada Limited health and safety standards and systems
- Ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment
- Knowledge of WHMIS legislation and effective use of MSDS sheets
- Comply with the Act and Mining Regulations that apply to the work area
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred)
- Basic literacy (read, write, basic math and read blueprints) (required)
- Ontario Hard Rock Underground Common Core – Full Basic (or other provincial equivalent)
- Specialty Modules: U0085a, U0085b, U0085c & U0086 (or other provincial equivalent) (preferred)
- 2 years as underground construction worker prior to advancement to lead hand
- CWB Certified (preferred)
- Ability to read civil print
- Ability to multi-task and work effectively
- Ability to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently
- Ability to make decisions quickly
- Knowledge of mining industry
- Ability to read, review and understand Standard Work Procedures, safety programs and applicable mine regulations
- Must have the ability to adapt to change
About Us
In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was to offer a high level of service to the mining industry, exceeding current standards and providing challenges for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability, and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting-edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services include underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services, and a variety of specialty services offered worldwide. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to various environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish. Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.
Construction Leader in Sudbury employer: REDPATH MINING
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