Construction Miner - Remote Mining Camps Saskatchewan - DIDO Full Time

Thyssen Mining is actively recruiting Construction Miners to join their underground mine development team in Saskatchewan, Canada. This full-time, on-site role demands experienced candidates skilled in concrete mixes, formwork, shotcrete application, and pneumatic drills. Thyssen Mining emphasizes a strong safety culture, team collaboration, and hands-on maintenance reporting. The company offers competitive compensation, a fully company-funded retirement plan, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and employee assistance programs, promoting work-life balance through a remote hybrid work environment for eligible roles.

Position

Construction Miner

Work Rotation

Full-Time, On-site

Accommodations

Drive-In/Drive-Out (DIDO)

Responsibilities

The Construction Miner role requires a diverse range of underground construction and safety duties essential to mine development and maintenance.

  • Perform concrete mixture preparation, formwork construction, and concrete placement.
  • Apply shotcrete in underground environments.
  • Operate pneumatic drills such as jacklegs (training is a plus).
  • Conduct daily equipment pre-operation safety checks.
  • Report mechanical faults and coordinate with maintenance teams.
  • Collaborate effectively with crew members to ensure smooth operations.
  • Work safely in physically demanding, noisy, wet, and dusty underground conditions.
  • Lift loads and perform manual labor as required.

Requirements

Candidates must demonstrate the skills and physical capabilities necessary for underground construction mining.

  • Minimum two years of experience in underground mine development and construction.
  • Familiarity with concrete mixes, placement, formwork construction, and shotcrete application.
  • Ability to safely operate and maintain pneumatic drills, such as jacklegs (training a plus).
  • Strong safety compliance and adherence to protocols.
  • Capability to perform physically demanding work, including standing, walking, bending, and manual lifting.
  • Adequate vision and hearing for safe machinery operation and communication.

Perks and Benefits

Thyssen Mining provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee well-being and financial security.

  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Fully company-funded retirement plan.
  • Comprehensive health and dental insurance plans.
  • Employee assistance programs for personal and professional support.
  • Work-life balance opportunities through remote hybrid work environments where applicable.

Worksite/Project

Remote Mining Camps Saskatchewan

Remote mining camps in Saskatchewan support mining activities across the province, particularly in the northern areas known for their rich mineral deposits, including potash, uranium, and gold. These camps provide essential services for workers, including meals, accommodation, and recreation. The camps are often located far from major urban centers, and workers typically follow a rotation schedule, working long shifts on-site and having time off. With the increasing demand for minerals and resources, these remote camps are essential in maintaining mining operations and ensuring the health and safety of workers in isolated areas.

Remote Mining Camps Saskatchewan

Employer Hiring

Thyssen Mining

Thyssen Mining Construction of Canada Ltd. is one of North America’s leading underground mine contractors, specializing in shaft sinking, mine development, raise boring, and ground freezing. Headquartered in Regina, Saskatchewan, with additional offices in Sudbury, Ontario and Val-d'Or, Quebec, Thyssen Mining has supported Canada's mining infrastructure since the 1960s through complex and large-scale underground projects. The company plays a vital role in Canada's resource sector, contributing to projects like the Cigar Lake and McArthur River uranium mines, K3 Potash Project, Jansen Potash shaft development, and Detour Lake Mine in Ontario. Thyssen Mining’s operations span multiple provinces, delivering solutions for gold, potash, uranium, and base metal producers. With a reputation built on safety, innovation, and performance, Thyssen Mining continues to expand its workforce and project base across Canada’s underground mining landscape.

Thyssen Mining

Industry

Mining

Date

2025-07-17

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