Alamos Gold is a Canadian-based gold producer with a long-term track record of creating value through strong financial performance, low-cost production growth, and a commitment to safety, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility. With operations in Canada and Mexico and a robust development pipeline, our people are at the core of everything we do.
Island Gold District
Our Ontario mining operation is a dynamic underground environment focused on safe, reliable, and efficient production. The site offers a collaborative work culture where safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement are prioritized.
Responsibilities
Primary Responsibilities:
- Perform workplace inspection and ensure area is compliant with standards.
- If required, correct, or report any deficiencies identified during the workplace inspection to the supervisor.
- Perform general housekeeping of sump areas.
- Fill out a monthly inspection sheet for sumps and drain holes.
- Inspect signage and fencing. Repair/replace if required.
- Inspect pumps for proper operations. Replace pump if required.
- If required, adjust height of pump and float balls.
- Clean pumps and cat walks.
- Clean sumps containing pumps using the Normet sludge pump.
- Inspect pump hoist for proper operation.
- If equipped, inspect catwalk and guardrails. Report any deficiencies to a supervisor.
- Inspect drain holes for cleanliness and clean if required.
- Inspect drain hole insert. Replace if damaged.
- Clean around drain holes with backhoe.
- Inspect drain holes for proper identification and correct if required.
- Inspect drain holes for sweep pick and chain. Plan for these items if not present.
- Change out defected pumps and ensure proper rotation.
- Ensure defective pumps are washed prior to being delivered to the warehouse.
- Ensure we have an adequate supply of pumps on site.
- Ensure defective pumps are sent out for repairs.
Secondary Responsibilities
- Working on pipes U/G (air, water, and dewatering).
- Safely operate scoop.
- Muck sumps using a scoop.
- Safely operate tractor with basket.
- Safely operate scissor truck.
- Safely operator a boom truck.
- Miscellaneous work identified by the supervisor within the employees’ training.
What You Bring To The Table
- Grade 12 education preferred.
- 3 years’ underground experience would be preferrable.
- Accreditation in applicable U/G common core modules.
- Good understanding of pumping system including pumps and sump set ups.
- Strong Safety focus.
- Self-motivated ability to work alone.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of an organization that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement
- Opportunity to drive equipment reliability and operational performance
- Work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment
- Competitive salary and benefits package
Working Conditions
- Rotational or shift-based schedule, including nights and weekends.
- 7 day on 7 day away schedule. 11.5 hours per day
- Underground work environment
Physical Requirements
- Exposure to underground conditions including noise, dust, heat, and confined spaces
Travel & Accommodation
- Site-based role; travel requirements may vary based on operational needs
This is an existing vacancy
Hourly Range Range: CAD [$33.80-$41.91]
The expected salary range for this role is intended to support transparency and informed decision making. Final compensation will be based on skills, experience, and internal equity.
Alamos Gold Inc. may use artificial intelligence to initially screen or assess applicants for this position with respect to mandatory job requirements.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
Alamos Gold Inc. (the “Company”) is committed to creating and maintaining an accessible environment for all third parties, and will provide accommodation where required, in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (the “Act”). The Company is committed to excellence in serving all third parties including people with disabilities and will do so by preventing and removing barriers to accessibility and meeting the requirements under the Act in a timely fashion.
