Job Description
Job Title:  Grader Operator

The Greenstone Mine commenced production in May 2024 and will be one of Canada's largest open-pit gold mines, with annual production expected to average nearly 400,000 ounces of gold per year for an initial 14-year mine life with additional potential from a large underground deposit. Greenstone Gold Mines LP is owned by Equinox Gold Corp, a Vancouver-based mining company with seven other operating mines in the United States, Mexico and Brazil.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Grader Operator to join our team. Reporting to the Mine Operations Supervisor, the Grader Operator is responsible for safely and productively operating a 16ft motor grader.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate the 16ft motor grader in a safe and efficient way in accordance with all relevant legislation, company policies and procedures.
  • Perform Field Level Risk Assessments.
  • Cleaning and lubricating the motor grader; refilling all fluids as required.
  • Complete logbooks and daily reports on safety issues and production.
  • Use two-way-radio, and horn signals to communicate with other operators and ensure safety.
  • Use a grader according to operating practices, policies, and procedures to place and grade materials such as sand, aggregates, and small blasted rock to maintain and construct roads, parking lots and pads.
  • Maintain winter roads.
  • Manage water as necessary.
  • Monitor gauges, and other indicators to make ensure the motor grader is working properly, report discrepancies.

 

Job Conditions

  • 3+ years of experience operating a 16ft grader at a mine site.
  • Safety conscious.
  • Self-motivated.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
  • Ability to read, understand and follow work instructions in a safe, accurate and timely manner.
  • Candidates must demonstrate good verbal and written communications skills.
  • Ability to work independently as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Willing to adapt and work in an inclusive work environment.
  • Willing to perform repetitive tasks.
  • This position in based in Geraldton, Ontario.

 

Certifications

  • Valid driver's license.
  • Heavy Equipment Operator training or related experience required.
  • Ontario Surface Common Core training is an asset.

 

Greenstone Mine provides company transportation from multiple pick-up point locations.

Greenstone Gold Mines is committed to inclusiveness, equity, and accessibility. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.