Mechanic at Gold Mine Processing Plant
Role highlights
Full Time
Permanent
Lead
On-site
This role requires a certified Diesel Mechanic or Heavy Equipment Technician with 3 to 5 years of experience in mining, construction, or heavy equipment maintenance, preferably holding a Red Seal certification. The candidate must demonstrate expertise in inspecting, maintaining, and repairing a variety of heavy and light mobile equipment and fixed plant machinery, including haul trucks, loaders, excavators, graders, drills, and support vehicles. Proficiency in diagnosing mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical faults is essential, along with the ability to read and interpret hydraulic and electrical schematics. Experience working with major mining equipment brands such as CAT, Komatsu, Hitachi, and Sandvik is highly desirable. The role demands strong skills in preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and fabricating or modifying parts using welding, cutting, and machining techniques. Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) for logging and tracking work orders is required. The candidate must adhere strictly to mine health, safety, and environmental standards, including underground mining certifications if applicable, and demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety and environmental compliance. Effective communication, teamwork, and reporting skills are important to collaborate across departments and minimize equipment downtime. Physical fitness and the ability to work in challenging conditions—such as extreme temperatures, noise, and remote locations—are necessary. The position may involve shift work, including nights and weekends, and requires a valid driver’s license. Overall, this lead-level mechanic role demands a combination of technical expertise, hands-on experience, safety awareness, and strong work ethic to ensure maximum equipment availability and reliability in a demanding gold mine processing environment.
About the role
Mechanic at Gold Mine Processing Plant
Role Summary
- Join the team at Nalunaq Mine, a leading gold mining operation
- Responsible for inspection, maintenance, and repair of light/heavy mobile equipment and machinery
- Ensure maximum equipment availability and reliability
Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on mobile and fixed plant equipment (haul trucks, loaders, excavators, graders, drills, support vehicles)
- Diagnose mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical issues; perform timely repairs
- Conduct pre-start checks, inspections, and preventative maintenance
- Work with maintenance planning team for accurate record-keeping and timely work order completion
- Follow all health, safety, and environmental procedures in compliance with mine regulations
- Maintain workshop cleanliness, tool security, and workplace safety
- Use computerized maintenance systems (e.g., CMMS) to log jobs and update records
- Fabricate and modify parts/equipment as needed (welding, cutting, machining)
- Collaborate with other trades and departments to minimize equipment downtime
Requirements
- Trade Certification as Diesel Mechanic, Heavy Equipment Technician, or equivalent (Red Seal preferred)
- Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in mining, construction, or heavy equipment maintenance
- Experience with CAT, Komatsu, Hitachi, Sandvik, or similar mining equipment highly desirable
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to read and interpret hydraulic and electrical schematics
- Valid driver’s license
- Underground mining certification or experience (if applicable)
- Familiarity with safety management systems and mine health and safety standards
Key Competencies
- Commitment to safety and environmental standards
- Strong work ethic; able to work independently or as part of a team
- Good communication and reporting skills
- Physically fit; able to work in demanding conditions (hot/cold, noisy, remote)
Working Conditions
- May involve shift work, including nights and weekends
- Exposure to dust, noise, and heavy machinery
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided
How to Apply
- Submit your CV and references to [email protected]
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