Operator Mining Lead

This Construction Crew lead position will join the Palomino Underground (PUG) Development Project team. This role will report to the Project Engineer and lead a small team focusing on the safe and successful construction/installation of the required underground infrastructure (i.e. ventilation devices pump stations concrete pads and formwork utility installation etc).

• Perform all work required: operate equipment in a safe and productive manner understand and complete direction from direct supervisor
• Perform all assigned tasks with limited supervision
• Perform all duties and activities in a manner that conforms to safety requirements
• Perform outside work in varying weather conditions and adverse conditions U/G such as water
• Meet physical demands for the role: Be able to lift bags of cement and stick powder and load them on a truck along with the ability to carry ground support such as bolts and wire panels
• Maintain equipment through safe operation and proper housekeeping and inspections
• Mentor new team members and apprentices.
• Assist Project Engineer with project planning tooling and equipment needs.
• Complete daily reports and inspection reports and submit to Project Engineer

Qualifications :

• On-the-job experience and or vocational training.
• Experience operating heavy machinery.
• Underground Lead experience is preferred.
• Underground Construction experience required
• Welding experience preferred
• Concrete work experience required
• Knowledge of underground ventilation devices (air doors regulators stoppings etc) preferred

Physical Requirements:

• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to stand sit demonstrate manual dexterity climb stairs talk hear and see.
• Must be able to work shift work with 12-hour shifts. 7 on 7 off Day Shift
• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the workday.
• Work is in a surface and underground mine plant setting which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity.
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine environment including hart hat hearing protection safety glasses safety footwear and as needed respirator rubber steel-toe boots protective clothing gloves and any other protective equipment as required.

Additional Information :

WHATS ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary short-term and long-term bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package including health vision and dental insurance 401K and more
• Great residential location close to Charlotte SC and is located between the mountains and sea.
• Long service recognition
• Living Our Values recognition program
• In-office snack shop
• Monthly paid training available and professional development
• Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
   

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time