Apprentice Underground Heavy Duty Mechanic - Hemlo Gold Mine - 7x7 Rotation with Camp
Barrick Gold Corporation is seeking an Underground Heavy-Duty Mechanic Apprentice to join its Hemlo Operations at the Williams Mine near Marathon, Ontario. This residential position operates on a 7 days on, 7 days off rotation, requiring candidates to live within commuting distance, with a local travel allowance provided. The apprentice will support the underground mobile maintenance team by assisting with equipment servicing, repairs, and preventative maintenance. Guided by journeyperson mechanics and leadership, the role emphasizes safety, learning, and hands-on experience with mobile mining equipment such as scoop trams, drills, and haul trucks. Barrick offers a competitive compensation package, development opportunities, and a collaborative team environment.
Position
Field
Labour & SupportWork Rotation
Accommodations
Responsibilities
The apprentice supports maintenance operations and develops technical skills under supervision. Responsibilities include:
- Assist in preventative maintenance and repairs on underground equipment.
- Support diagnostics and repair work with mechanics.
- Identify and gather required parts and tools for tasks.
- Complete inspection checklists, work orders, and logs.
- Learn CMMS systems like SAP to track maintenance activities.
- Follow instructions from supervisors and journeypersons.
- Maintain a clean and safe work area through housekeeping.
- Participate in safety meetings and training activities.
- Engage in continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Perform other maintenance support duties as required.
Requirements
Candidates must meet the following qualifications to be eligible:
- Enrollment in or recent graduation from a Heavy Duty Technician apprenticeship/pre-apprenticeship program.
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
- Underground Common Core certification is an asset.
- Basic mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical system knowledge.
- Strong commitment to safety and learning.
- Physically fit to work underground, lift up to 50 lbs, and perform demanding tasks.
- Able to wear PPE and follow site safety protocols.
- Effective communication and ability to follow detailed instructions.
- Positive attitude with strong teamwork and a desire for a career in mining maintenance.
Perks and Benefits
Barrick offers a rewarding compensation and development package for apprentices, including:
- Competitive pay with bonuses and benefits.
- Pension and company-matched share purchase plan.
- Career development with global advancement opportunities.
- Training in a supportive, high-performance environment.
- Local travel allowance for residential employees.
Worksite/Project
Hemlo Gold Mine
The Hemlo Gold Mine sits about 35 kilometres east of Marathon in northwestern Ontario, along the Trans-Canada Highway north of Lake Superior. One of Canada's longest-running gold camps, Hemlo was discovered in 1981 and has produced gold from both underground and open-pit operations since 1985, yielding roughly 25 million ounces to date. The camp historically hosted three mines — Williams, David Bell, and Golden Giant — of which the Williams operation and its associated underground zones remain active today. The site is supported by established infrastructure, including a 10,000-tonne-per-day mill and a modern underground complex accessed by shaft and ramp, with a western open-pit expansion planned to begin in 2027. The property spans more than 45,000 hectares along the Hemlo greenstone belt and holds over a decade of gold reserves, with an active exploration program targeting further growth near existing infrastructure.
Hemlo Gold MineEmployer Hiring
Barrick Mining Corporation
Barrick Mining Corporation is one of the world's largest gold producers and a growing copper miner, headquartered in Toronto and listed on the New York Stock Exchange (GOLD) and Toronto Stock Exchange (ABX). Formerly Barrick Gold Corporation, the company rebranded to Barrick Mining Corporation in 2025 to reflect its expanding copper business alongside gold. Barrick operates a portfolio of large, long-life mines built around its "Tier One" strategy — assets producing at least 500,000 ounces of gold annually with more than a decade of reserves and costs in the lower half of the industry curve. Its principal operations include the Nevada Gold Mines joint venture in the United States, Kibali in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Loulo-Gounkoto in Mali, and Pueblo Viejo in the Dominican Republic, alongside copper assets such as Lumwana in Zambia and the Reko Diq project in Pakistan. In 2025 the company divested its remaining Canadian operation, the Hemlo gold mine in Ontario, as part of a strategy focused on its largest and lowest-cost global assets.
Barrick Mining Corporation