Capital Projects Equipment Operator

OceanaGold • Kershaw, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

To operate heavy equipment to support civil and infrastructure projects in a production mining environment. This role focuses on safety, precision, and executing work to grade while contributing to critical site development.
Location: Haile Gold Mine, South Carolina
Department: Capital Projects
Reports to: Supervisor – Civil/Infrastructure
Schedule: 5-5-4 rotation | 12.5-hour shifts (Days Only)
Position Type: Hourly (Overtime Eligible)

Requirements

• Minimum 3–5 years in a mining or civil construction environment
• Proven experience operating dozers and excavators
• Demonstrated ability to follow grade
• Experience in a production-driven environment
• Strong safety focus and hazard awareness
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, demonstrate manual dexterity, climb stairs, talk, hear and see.
• Must be able to work shift work with 12-hour shifts.
• Occasionally may be required to lift moderately heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) during the workday.
• Work is in a surface mine plant setting, which may include exposure to extremes in temperature and humidity.
• Personal protective equipment is required when performing work in a mine environment, including hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, safety footwear, and as needed, respirator, rubber steel-toe boots, protective clothing, gloves and any other protective equipment as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment, including dozers (D5) and excavators (336,352)
• Perform grade work to design specifications and site plans
• Support earthworks, road construction, drainage, slope work and site prep
• May be required to operator other civil support equipment such as ADT (45tonne), Soil Compactors
• Conduct pre-start inspections and report safety or mechanical issues
• Maintain accurate production and equipment records
• Follow all company procedures and MSHA safety standards
• Work collaboratively with Supervisors and project teams to meet timelines

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision and dental insurance, 401K, and more
• Long service recognition
• Living Our Values recognition program
• Paid training available and professional development
• Supportive work environment with a focus on safety and teamwork

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees