Heavy Duty Mechanic - Hemlo Gold Mine - Camp Work - Two Week Rotations
Barminco Canada, a subsidiary of the Perenti Group, is hiring an experienced Underground Heavy-Duty Mechanic for its Hemlo Operations near Marathon, Ontario. This role involves servicing, maintaining, and repairing underground heavy-duty equipment, including CAT and Sandvik mobile mining machinery. The position follows a 14/14 rotation with day and night shifts. Camp accommodations, meals, and travel assistance are provided. Candidates must hold a valid provincial or inter-provincial Red Seal certification in heavy-duty mechanics.
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Responsibilities
As an Underground Heavy-Duty Mechanic, responsibilities include maintaining and repairing underground mining equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Work safely and efficiently while maintaining high housekeeping standards.
- Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (PMs) and mechanical repairs.
- Service and repair underground CAT and Sandvik mobile mining equipment.
- Diagnose equipment issues and determine required parts and materials.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and company policies.
- Maintain accurate records of repairs and servicing.
- Collaborate with team members to improve maintenance processes.
Requirements
Candidates must meet the following qualifications and experience requirements:
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent.
- Ontario Provincial Trades License (421A Heavy Duty Technician, 310T Truck & Coach Technician, or 310S Automotive Service Technician) or Inter-Provincial Red Seal certification.
- Minimum five years' experience working in an underground mining environment.
- Commitment to workplace safety and ability to ensure the safety of others.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment.
- Excellent communication and computer skills.
- Willingness to share knowledge and learn new skills.
Perks and Benefits
Barminco Canada offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Competitive wages.
- Health and medical benefits.
- Travel assistance.
- Meals and camp accommodations in Marathon, Ontario.
- Opportunities for career growth and skill development.
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
Barminco Canada
Barminco Canada is a subsidiary of Barminco, a leading hard rock underground mining services provider with operations across Australia, Africa, and North America. In Canada, Barminco has been actively involved in significant mining projects, including a three-year contract extension with Barrick Gold to continue underground development at the Hemlo gold mine in Ontario. This contract, valued at over A$200 million, underscores Barminco's commitment to delivering high-speed development and mining production services.
Barminco Canada