Development Miner
Thunder Bay, ON, CA, P7B 6S8
Workplace Type: Onsite
At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.
Newmont Musselwhite is A fly-in, fly‑out operation on the southern shore of Opapimiskan Lake, located about 480 kilometers (km) north of Thunder Bay in Northwest Ontario. A place where we promote fairness, equity, and non-discrimination through policies and practices that provide equal opportunities for all employees.
Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.
Location
Musselwhite Site
Purpose
We are seeking energetic Underground Development Miner with a positive attitude, good attendance & safety record to join our development team and contribute their skills and knowledge to our ongoing development and growth.
Responsibilities
- Lead with the Underground Development team.
- Assist and/or relieve Jumbo Operators in the operation of mechanized scaling, ground support installation and efficient face drilling practices.
- Drill, load and blast explosives rounds with Jumbo.
- Able to read, understand and interpret ground support evaluations (GSE), development plans and related engineering direction.
- Carry out and complete mucking cycles with 9 & 10yrd Scooptrams.
- Demonstrate work is carried out safely and efficiently.
- Excellent housekeeping skills.
- Other activities and duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum of Grade 11 education or higher with excellent communication skills.
- UG Common Core Certification.
- Certification to operate a Jumbo drill for mechanized scaling, ground support installation and face drilling, Scooptrams, Scissor Lift, Anfo Loader and other Development equipment.
- Minimum of 5 years underground experience and the ability to safely and proficiently demonstrate the duties required for the job.
- Ability to work safely with excellent housekeeping skills.
- Ability to take direction from supervision.
Working Conditions
The work schedule for this position is 14 days on, 14 days off, working 12-hour shifts.
We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!
As an equal opportunity employer, Newmont is committed to diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.
We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.