Hoist-Millwright

West Red Lake Gold Mines•Red Lake, ON

8d•CA$130,000 - CA$145,000•Onsite

About The Position

West Red Lake Gold Mines Ltd. is seeking a Hoist-Millwright for their Red Lake, Ontario location. This full-time position is part of the initial team to grow and operate a new underground mine development. The role reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and operates on a 14-on / 14-off rotation, alternating between day and night shifts. The successful candidate will follow safe work procedures to support production and safety targets for the Red Lake Madsen Mine team.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Certified Journeyperson-Millwright, Red Seal certification
Valid G or equivalent Drivers License
Mill Common Core training U/G common core – modules for hoist maintenance, cage bells etc. required.
Minimum of three (3) years experience maintaining mine hoist as per regulations.
Mine hoist record book training – maintaining proper documentation of all work/repairs completed to mine hoist plant.
Knowledge and understanding of mine regulations pertaining to mine hoist plant
Ability to lift, carry and push 100 lbs.
Ability to constantly reach below, above and at-shoulder height
Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces
Able to work individually and contribute positively to a team
Strong commitment to working in a safe, socially responsible manner, demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, strong work ethics and professionalism, desktop computing literacy, and the desire to advance within the trade or into management
Self-directed team player, with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate strong attention to detail
Must be willing to produce a criminal background check and pre-employment drug and alcohol test

Nice To Haves

Mill common core modules would be considered an asset.
Experience in an ore processing environment associated with crushing, grinding, gravity concentration, dewatering, leach/CIP, stripping, conveying – would be an asset

Responsibilities

Follow safe working practices and site safety guidelines
Read and interpret blueprints or process specifications
Maintain and repair hoist plants and associated machinery, loading pockets, dewatering pumps and main ventilation fans
Install or overhaul various machinery as required
Provide suggestions on maintenance improvements
Carry out preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities throughout the Mill and future Crushing circuit. Tasks include laser alignment, component rebuild & replacement
May include fabrication, bearing assembly and setting of clearance, contamination control and asset lubrication
Ensure work is carried out in a safe and efficient manner and provide input directed at improving the safety, efficiency and overall effectiveness of the Maintenance department
Provide input to Maintenance and Reliability improvement initiatives
Participate in all aspects of maintenance shutdowns