Jumbo Operator
Your new company
Hays Recruitment is proud to partner with Hemlo Mining Corp.
The Hemlo Mine ("Hemlo") is a long-life, fully integrated gold mining operation located approximately 35 km east of the town of Marathon in Northwestern Ontario, Canada, along the Trans-Canada Highway and just north of Lake Superior.
With more than a decade of reserves and significant exploration upside along the proven Hemlo Greenstone Belt, Hemlo Mining Corp. is positioned to unlock the next chapter of growth at one of Canada's premier gold mining districts. The operation continues to evolve through ongoing investment in exploration and modernization, creating exciting opportunities across technical and skilled trades disciplines. Now is an exciting time to join the Hemlo team and become part of a globally connected workforce helping drive the next phase of growth.
Your new roleAs a Jumbo Operator, you will be responsible for operating underground jumbo drill equipment to advance mine development activities safely and efficiently. You will work closely with mine supervisors and development crews to ensure drilling activities are completed according to engineering specifications and production schedules.
Key responsibilities include:
- Operating jumbo drills in underground hard rock mining environments
- Reading and interpreting mine plans, drill patterns, and engineering layouts
- Conducting pre-operational inspections and reporting equipment defects
- Ensuring all drilling activities are performed safely and accurately
- Working collaboratively with development and production teams
- Following company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
- Maintaining a clean and safe work environment underground
What you'll need to succeed
- Underground Hard Rock Mining Common Core certification
- Minimum 5 years of underground mining experience
- Previous experience operating jumbo drilling equipment
- Strong understanding of underground mine development practices
- Ability to read and interpret mine plans and drill patterns
- Knowledge of ground control principles and underground safety procedures
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Commitment to maintaining a strong safety culture
- Experience with Sandvik, Epiroc, Atlas Copco Boomer, or similar jumbo equipment will be considered an asset.
- Willingness to work rotating day and night shifts on a 7x7 or 14x14 schedule
- Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment Fit-for-Duty assessment, including drug and alcohol testing
What you'll get in return
- Opportunity to earn performance bonuses targeted at up to 80% above the proposed wage
- Relocation and housing assistance available
- Flexible 7x7 and 14x14 rotational schedules supporting work-life balance
- FIFO and DIDO opportunities available from anywhere in Canada
- Convenient travel access through Thunder Bay Airport with connections to major Canadian destinations
- Shuttle transportation is provided between the airport, camp, and site
- Full camp accommodations are provided for FIFO and DIDO employees, including private en-suite bathrooms
- 100% employer-paid benefits, including health, dental, vision, and paramedical coverage
- Educational assistance for employees and scholarship opportunities for eligible dependents
- Above-market wages, bonus programs, and 12% pension contributions
- Clear opportunities for career progression and internal mobility
- Direct access to senior leadership and onsite mentorship
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'Apply Now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion regarding your career.
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