One of our major clients in the Mining & Metals industry is looking for an Underground Heavy Duty Mechanic for a one-year contract to work in Lac de Gras (Northern Territories of Canada) .

There is a huge possibility of extending the contract for another year since the project will go on until 2026.

The client is offering Fly-in/Fly-out from Edmonton/Yellowknife/Fort Smith to Nunavut, BC (Northern Territories of Canada - area where Lac de Gras is located).

Job Description

Underground Heavy-Duty Mechanic

Qualifications:

• Journeyperson certification as a Heavy Duty Mechanic.

• Interprovincial Red Seal certification.

• Understanding of the NWT Mines Act.

• Familiarity with new technologies and equipment (e.g., Cat SIS, Cummins Insight, etc.).

• Ability to maintain and repair industrial equipment.

• Proven oral, written, and active listening skills and ability to work in high-stress situations and resolve issues.

Schedule :

• 2 weeks on, 2 weeks off (first week: dayshift, second week: nightshift).

You Will Stand out if you have :

• Current St. John’s Ambulance Standard First Aid Certificate with CPR.

• Training on the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS).

Responsibilities:

• Perform cost-effective, safe, and environmentally friendly repairs to maximize equipment availability.

• The incumbent will be working on but not limited to Epiroc MT6020 haul trucks, Boltecs, Simbas, Jumbos, autonomous ST14 scoop trams, ST1530, ST18 scoop trams, Normet shotcrete sprayers, transmixers, etc.

• The mine is primarily Epiroc equipment.

• Fill out the work orders and reports on repairs and diagnoses prior to the end of each shift.

• Provide sufficient detail about repairs so that others can understand what work has been done on the equipment.

• Keep work areas clean and free of safety hazards on a continuous basis.

• Conduct safety audits as per company policy.

• Provide written reports to the Mobile Maintenance Supervisor as requested.

• Adhere to safety and environmental rules and contribute to safety and productivity by constructively participating in safety meetings and incident investigations.

• Conduct equipment reviews to ensure new and existing equipment meets site safety and operational requirements.

• Assist other tradespersons to achieve Maintenance goals as required.

• Help develop Heavy Duty Mechanic apprentices including delegating tasks or projects that will assist with their skill development and meet apprenticeship requirements.