2022 Light Equipment Operator (Temporary)
Job No:
PVG2020105181
Location:
Northwestern BC
Welcome to Newcrest!
Newcrest is one of the world's largest gold mining companies. As a global business, we aim to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported to bring their whole unique self to work.
We recognise that our different backgrounds and perspectives help us find better ways to: solve problems; attract and retain the best people; explore, develop, and produce more gold safely and profitably; and help make Newcrest a better place to work.
Following the recent acquisition of Pretivm, Newcrest now own and operate the Brucejack Mine located 65 kilometers north of the town of Stewart in northern British Columbia.
The Brucejack underground mine is one of the largest and highest-grade gold mines globally and as of January 1, 2021 has proven and probable mineral reserves of 3.9 million ounces of gold (14.4 million tonnes grading 8.3 grams per tonne gold) with a mine life of 12 years.
The Opportunity:
We currently have a number of temporary employment opportunities for a Light Equipment Operator in our winter 2022 seasonal Snow Removal Team supporting the success of the Surface Operations Team at the Brucejack Mine in Northwestern, British Columbia.
The purpose of the position is to support surface and construction projects to ensure operations and development of the mine site continue to operate and are developed and maintained in the highest safe and effective manner. The operator may perform inspection on various equipment including forklifts, bobcats, delivery trucks and small excavators, in the performance of materials moving, removal, and other similar activities.
Perform following duties, with safety being the number one priority:
- Operating light equipment such but not limited to bobcat, skid steer, crew truck, small excavators or other light vehicles in the loading, hauling and unloading of various equipment, materials, and supplies and the ability to assess loads and read load limit charts
- Complete safe work tasks such as Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s) and (Field-Level Risk and Hazard Assessment) FLRHA
- Perform daily maintenance and safety checks of equipment
- Conduct pre- and post-operational checks on equipment, and clean, lubricate and refill the equipment as necessary
- Prepare working area and adhere to all job safety requirements prior to starting work, keeping work site safe and free of hazards when possible
- Set up and inspect equipment prior to use and report any safety concerns in a timely manner
- Participate in any other site specific training as required by camp site managers
- Promote, execute and adhere to the company’s safety program and encourage all employees, sub-contractors and consultants to adopt safety as a culture
- Attend daily safety meetings and inspections
- Perform other related duties as required
What we offer:
We are committed to ensuring that our team members are kept healthy and safe. To achieve this, we provide comfortable camp accommodations, as well as balanced meals prepared by our culinary team.
Team members can expect access to TV and Wi-Fi, our on-site gym, and a variety of recreational activities.
All our team members are also rewarded with a host of great benefits, including:
- Travel allowance and arrangements made for transportation to and from site
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience, skills, and qualifications
- Ongoing training with continuous growth and development opportunities
It is important to note that the safety and wellbeing of our team is our top priority. As such, we promote a drug and alcohol-free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
About You:
- Have obtained a high school diploma or equivalent
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract
- A minimum of 2 to 3 years’ experience as a light equipment operator or equivalent experience
- Must be physically fit with the ability to perform physical labor
- Must be able to organize and prioritize tasks, adhere to timelines and meet deadlines
- Certification in workplace hazardous materials information system (WHMIS)
- Experience working in a remote mining camp site an asset
- First Aid/Mine Rescue Training is considered an asset
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions for an extended period of time
- Ability to sit for a prolong period of time, up to 12 hours at times
- Ability to effectively communicate with others to ensure the timely completion of tasks in a safe manner
- Ability to follow instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Abilities to handle various light machineries in a safe and controlled manner
- Ability to work in an ever-changing work environment with competing deadlines
- Ability to operate various light equipment machineries and maneuver in tight spaces
- Ability to operate in a noisy, dusty environment for a prolong period of time
- Work at remote location (camp) on a 13 days on/13 days off rotation
- Able to pass a pre-employment medical screening
- Must be able to lift/move up to 50lbs throughout a work shift
- Be able maintain high levels of performance over 12 hour shifts
- Able to work in areas of extreme weather conditions
- Newcrest promotes a drug and alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing
Our commitment to you:
At Newcrest, we hold core values that focus on caring about people, working together, and achieving a high-performance culture through innovation and problem solving.
Newcrest’s commitment to diversity and inclusion respects both the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions, and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.
Newcrest promotes a drug and alcohol free work environment through the use of mandatory pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
Next Steps:
If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, submit your application online before the advertised application closing date.
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR AN EXCITING NEW CHALLENGE, JOIN NEWCREST AND THE BRUCEJACK MINE TODAY!