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Construction Miners

  • BC, Canada
  • ON, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type
Full-time
Experience
Minimum 2 years of underground mining or construction experience
Posting language
English
Posted

Original job description

Thyssen Mining is a leading underground mining contractor with operations across Canada. We are seeking experienced Construction Miners to join our growing team in British Columbia. If you take pride in building safe, quality underground infrastructure and enjoy working in a challenging, team-focused environment, we want to hear from you.

What You'll Do

As a Construction Miner, you will support underground construction and development activities including:

  • Concrete placement and finishing
  • Formwork construction and installation
  • Shotcrete application and support activities
  • Installation of underground infrastructure and services
  • Operation of construction tools and equipment
  • Ground support and rehabilitation projects
  • Material handling and site preparation
  • Conducting workplace inspections and hazard assessments
  • Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment
  • Working collaboratively with supervisors, operators, and tradespeople
Required Qualifications
  • Minimum 2 years of underground mining or construction experience
  • Experience with formwork, concrete placement, and shotcrete applications
  • Strong understanding of underground construction practices
  • Ability to work safely in a production mining environment
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Physically capable of performing demanding underground work
  • Commitment to safety and continuous improvement
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience operating jacklegs, pneumatic drills, and underground construction equipment
  • Underground mine rescue or emergency response training
  • Valid driver's licence
  • Experience on development, rehabilitation, or mine construction projects

Why Join Thyssen Mining?

  • Competitive wages
  • Camp accommodations and travel provided on applicable projects
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Career advancement opportunities across Canada
  • Industry-leading safety culture
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Work with one of Canada's most respected underground mining contractors

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to work in underground environments that may be wet, dusty, and noisy
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment
  • Ability to stand, walk, climb, bend, and work in confined spaces for extended periods
  • Must be able to wear required PPE and respiratory protection when necessary

At Thyssen Mining, every employee is responsible for maintaining a safe workplace. We are committed to ensuring every worker returns home safely after every shift.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and current certifications through our careers page or email your application to the Recruitment Team.

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thyssen Mining is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

More about this job

Responsibilities

The Construction Miner will perform underground construction activities including concrete placement, formwork, and shotcrete application. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe work environment and conducting regular hazard assessments.

Requirements

Candidates must have at least 2 years of underground mining or construction experience and proficiency in formwork and concrete work. Strong communication skills and the physical ability to work in demanding underground conditions are required.

Skills

  • Concrete placement
  • Formwork construction
  • Shotcrete application
  • Underground infrastructure installation
  • Hazard assessment
  • Workplace inspection
  • Jackleg operation
  • Pneumatic drill operation
  • Ground support
  • Rehabilitation
  • Material handling
  • Teamwork
  • Communication
  • Safety compliance

Benefits

  • Competitive wages
  • Camp accommodations
  • Travel provided
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Training and development opportunities

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Categories

  • Construction
  • Trades
  • Energy

Keywords

  • Underground mining
  • Construction
  • Concrete placement
  • Formwork
  • Shotcrete
  • Infrastructure
  • Jackleg
  • Pneumatic drills
  • Ground support
  • Rehabilitation
  • Hazard assessment
  • PPE
  • Mine rescue
  • Emergency response
  • Safety culture
  • Mining contractor

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