Miner Operator

**Procon Mining and Tunnelling** (Procon) is one of the leading mine development contractors in North America. We are specialized in underground mine development, contract mining, underground excavations, civil tunneling and mining related construction projects. Centered by our people, our company culture is driven on the tenets of integrity, innovation, relationships and performance for our clients, business partners and the communities we work in. As a specialty contractor in a safety-sensitive business, our workforce safety is the foundation for everything we do.

Procon takes pride in our extensive history of successfully partnering with Indigenous communities. We believe in Indigenous partnerships that offer mutually beneficial outcomes through economic benefits and capacity building. Moving beyond compliance, we truly value the experience and knowledge brought to our Indigenous partnerships.

We are looking for a motivated person who is committed to growing their professional career at Procon while gaining valuable knowledge and experience.

**Project Details**:
Based at our project in Central Saskatchewan, this work will be a night shift rotation opportunity. This is not a camp position, and you will be required to provide your own transportation to and from the site.

**Job Summary**:
You will be responsible for operating various underground mining equipment in a safe and efficient manner to achieve production targets. Must have experience in operating heavy equipment in mining and metals, construction, engineering, or energy industry.

**Responsibilities**:
The Miner/Operators (Shaft) are responsible for the completion of various underground mining tasks, including:

- Follow safe working practices and site safety guidelines.
- Operating equipment to undertake mining activities in a safe and efficient manner.
- Clean-up/shoveling, scaling, bolting, loading and unloading of miscellaneous supplies and equipment, piling materials, adding and reclaiming conveyor belt hardware, hanging and relocating electrical cables, installing line brattice for ventilation, setting up extensible belts, and other duties as required.
- Utilize mobile equipment and tools with due consideration for safety and environmental issues.
- Utilize reliable and accurate operational and practical knowledge to minimize downtime and potential loss of production.
- Perform minor repairs, such as changing striker bars, couplings, water tubes and hose clamps.
- Complete daily logbooks on equipment and submit written and verbal reports to supervisor.
- Work in accordance with company standards, policies and procedures pertaining to appropriate conduct for employees, including the Code of Conduct.

**Qualifications/Requirements**:

- Minimum 2 years running excavator/heavy equipment.
- Previous shaft, iIron worker and demolition experience preferred.
- Previous experience operating alpine as asset.
- Must follow safe working practices and site safety guidelines.
- Must have previous experience in operating heavy equipment in mining and metals, construction, engineering or energy industry.
- Class 5 Driver’s License recognized in the province of Saskatchewan

**Pre-employment Requirements**:

- Drug Test
- Alcohol Test
- Criminal Record Check

For this safety sensitive position, you will be required to undergo a background check and be required to undergo a substance test and pre-employment testing.

What we offer:

- Competative compensation
- Group RRSP
- Extended Health Care benefits, including Employee Assistance Program
- Paid time off (vacation)

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is valued at Procon and increasing Indigenous and minority groups representation within our company’s workforce composition is a priority. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants.

We mine talent and nurture innovation. Our people truly are our strength. At Procon, whether in the field or the office, you’ll be part of a cohesive team and work alongside great people from diverse backgrounds: people who love their work and are inspired to provide solutions to our clients and exceed expectations.

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Vision care

Work Location: In person