The Greenstone Mine commenced production in May 2024 and will be one of Canada's largest open-pit gold mines, with annual production expected to average nearly 400,000 ounces of gold per year for an initial 14-year mine life with additional potential from a large underground deposit. Greenstone Gold Mines LP is owned by Equinox Gold Corp, a Vancouver-based mining company with seven other operating mines in the United States, Mexico and Brazil.
Greenstone Mine is seeking a Grader Operator to join our team. Reporting to the Mine Operations Supervisor, the Grader Operator is responsible for safely and productively operating a 16ft motor grader.
Primary Responsibilities May Include
- Operate the 16ft motor grader in a safe and efficient way in accordance with all relevant legislation, company policies and procedures.
- Perform Field Level Risk Assessments.
- Cleaning and lubricating the motor grader; refilling all fluids as required.
- Complete logbooks and daily reports on safety issues and production.
- Use two-way-radio, and horn signals to communicate with other operators and ensure safety.
- Use a grader according to operating practices, policies, and procedures to place and grade materials such as sand, aggregates, and small blasted rock to maintain and construct roads, parking lots and pads.
- Maintain winter roads.
- Manage water as necessary.
- Monitor gauges, and other indicators to make ensure the motor grader is working properly, report discrepancies.
Skills And Competencies
- Safety conscious
- Self-motivated
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks
- Ability to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner
- Candidates must demonstrate good verbal and written communications skills
- Ability to work independently as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Willing to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment
- Willing to perform repetitive tasks
Experience, Qualifications And Education
- A minimum of 3 years of experience operating a 16ft motor grader at a mine site
- Valid driver’s license
- Prior mining experience is required
- Heavy Equipment Operator Training or pertinent experience is required
- Ontario Surface Common Core Training is an asset
LOCATION
- This position will be based in Geraldton, Ontario on a rotational basis.
Greenstone Mine provides company transportation from multiple pick-up point locations.
Greenstone Gold Mines is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
The salary range for this position is to .
Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
