Underground Operator

OceanaGold • Kershaw, SC

5d

About The Position

The Underground Operator operates equipment safely and productively at Haile Gold Mine. The role carries out assigned tasks with limited supervision, follows direction from a direct supervisor, and performs duties in accordance with safety requirements. Work may take place outside in varying weather and underground in adverse conditions, including water.

The position also involves meeting physical demands such as lifting and loading bags of cement and stick powder, and carrying ground-support materials including bolts and wire panels. Operators maintain equipment through safe operation, housekeeping, and inspections. The role requires access to active mining and processing areas and work in both office and operational mining environments.

Requirements

• On-the-job experience and/or vocational training.
• Experience operating heavy machinery.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work in both office and operational mining environments.
• Ability to regularly access active mining and processing areas.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain, climb stairs, and access elevated work areas as required.
• Ability to wear and use mandatory personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting and carrying the described materials.

Nice To Haves

• Underground experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment safely and productively.
• Understand and complete direction from the direct supervisor.
• Perform assigned tasks with limited supervision and in accordance with safety requirements.
• Perform outside work in varying weather and adverse underground conditions, including water.
• Lift and load bags of cement and stick powder onto a truck, and carry ground-support materials such as bolts and wire panels.
• Maintain equipment through safe operation, proper housekeeping, and inspections.
• Access active mining and processing areas to support operational teams, conduct site visits and investigations, and participate in coaching and workforce engagement activities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and short-term and long-term bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance, and 401(k).
• Long service recognition.
• Living Our Values recognition program.
• In-office snack shop.
• Monthly paid training and professional development.
• Supportive work environment focused on safety and teamwork.
• Access to OceanaGold Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed