Underground Scoop Operator - Meliadine Gold Mine - FIFO Mining NU
Agnico Eagle is hiring Underground Scoop Operators for the Meliadine Mine, a remote fly-in/fly-out mining operation in Canada. This 14 days on / 14 days off rotational underground mining role supports production activities by operating 8-yard and 11-yard scoops, including equipment used with remote controls and tele-remote camera systems in production stopes. The position also includes equipment inspections, workplace scaling, and support for other production equipment as required. The role includes camp accommodations, onsite meals, charter flights to and from site, and additional travel support based on the employee’s location of residence in Canada.
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Responsibilities
The Underground Scoop Operator supports underground production at Meliadine by operating large scoops in production stopes, completing inspections, and maintaining safe working conditions in the mine.
- Operate 8-yard and 11-yard scoops in underground production stopes.
- Operate scoops with and without remote controls and tele-remote camera systems.
- Perform daily equipment inspections before and during operation.
- Inspect the working environment by scaling rocks to maintain safe ground conditions.
- Ensure health and safety requirements are met at all times during underground work.
- Operate other equipment associated with underground production as required.
- Obtain certification on additional production-related equipment as required.
Requirements
Candidates for this fly-in/fly-out underground scoop operator role should have extensive scoop experience, underground mining training, and the ability to operate remote and tele-remote systems in production stopes.
- High School Diploma.
- NAC certification or diploma in mineral extraction, or equivalent.
- Proven experience operating 8-yard and 11-yard scoops and larger.
- Minimum 4000 hours of scoop operating experience.
- Proven experience with remote controls and tele-remote systems with camera in production stopes.
- Mining Modules, Common Core, or equivalent underground training.
- Mining engineering plan reading skills.
- Valid approval letter under the explosives regulations or equivalent, such as an explosives permit.
- Ability to work in English, the official working language at Meliadine.
Perks and Benefits
Agnico Eagle offers a fly-in/fly-out package for Underground Scoop Operators at Meliadine Mine with camp accommodations, meals, and company-arranged travel for rotational underground work.
- 14 days on / 14 days off rotational schedule.
- Camp accommodations provided on site at no cost to the employee.
- Meals provided on site at no cost to the employee.
- Charter flights to and from the mine site provided by Agnico Eagle.
- Additional travel expense support based on the employee’s location of residence in Canada.
- Fly-in/fly-out employment at a remote underground mining operation.
Worksite/Project
Meliadine Gold Mine
Located approximately 25 kilometers north of Rankin Inlet in Nunavut, Canada, the Meliadine Gold Mine is a significant operation owned by Agnico Eagle Mines Limited. Since achieving commercial production in May 2019, the mine has been a major contributor to Canada's gold output. In 2024, Meliadine is projected to reach a milestone of producing two million ounces of gold, underscoring its importance in the mining sector. The mine employs approximately 1,500 individuals, with around 700 personnel on-site at any given time, making it a significant employer in the region. Agnico Eagle has been exploring potential expansions to extend the mine's life and increase annual production, reflecting its commitment to sustainable development and community engagement.
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Agnico Eagle Mines
Agnico Eagle Mines Limited is a leading Canadian gold mining company headquartered in Toronto, Ontario. With operations across Ontario, Quebec, and Nunavut, Agnico Eagle is one of the largest gold producers in the country and a key employer in Canada’s mining sector. In Ontario, Agnico Eagle operates the Detour Lake Mine—Canada’s largest gold-producing mine—and the Macassa Mine, known for its high-grade underground production. In Quebec, it leads operations at the LaRonde Complex and the Canadian Malartic Complex, including the Odyssey underground project. In Nunavut, Agnico Eagle runs the Meliadine Mine and the Meadowbank Complex, offering fly-in/fly-out (FIFO) jobs and training opportunities for local and Inuit workers. With more than 17,000 employees globally, Agnico Eagle provides stable mining careers in engineering, heavy equipment operation, mill and maintenance roles, and environmental sciences. The company is also a leader in automation and digital transformation, using underground LTE networks, real-time monitoring, and AI-enabled systems to enhance productivity and safety. Agnico Eagle’s commitment to sustainability, community investment, and high-quality ore production makes it one of Canada’s most respected mining companies.
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