Underground Miner

The primary role of Miner is to inspect existing underground headings, scale loose rocks, install ground support to stabilize rock mass, drill, blast, operate mining machinery, construct tunnels, passageways and shafts to facilitate mining operations safely. The tasks may involve the operation of scaling bars, pneumatic hand-held drills, use of rubber-tired underground mobile equipment such as LHD (Load-Haul-Dump) units, mechanized bolters, scissor trucks, shotcrete sprayers and other support vehicles in a confined environment.

To conduct pre-start and post-operation inspections of the assigned equipment.

To operate one (1) or more of the following equipment in accordance with established Standard Work Procedures (SWP):

Truck

Forklift

Additional equipment may be added to the above list at Mining Management discretion.

Identify unsafe conditions in underground headings - high level of alertness required.

Insert rock bolt following approved method of installation.

Install or fix existing mines services such as vent tubing and pipes using various lifting equipment such as scissor trucks, chain blocks and hand tools.

Load explosives, set fuses, and detonate explosives to produce desired blasting patterns and rock fragmentation in underground mines

Perform duties required to ensure safety and to support the mining advance, such as scaling loose rock from walls and roof, drilling and installing rock bolts, extending and installing air and water pipes, operating ore loading machinery, inspecting mine shafts, operating hoists that transport people, equipment and materials through mine shafts, and constructing timber supports and cribbing if required.

Perform routine maintenance of mining machinery.

Operates multiple pieces of powered and non-powered mining equipment such as rock drills, muckers, forklifts, bolters, loaders, haulers, scalers etc. Drill, blast, operate mining machinery, and perform related duties to extract ore in underground mines and to construct tunnels, passageways and shafts to facilitate mining operations

Identify unsafe conditions in underground headings - high level of alertness required.

Insert rock bolt following approved method of installation.

Install or fix existing mines services such as vent tubing and pipes using various lifting equipment such as scissor trucks, chain blocks and hand tools.

Assess all excavations and install ground support in development or reconditioned areas as per plan and section as the development progresses.

Able to understand different rock types and drilling/blasting procedures to minimize over-break.

Able to operate shotcrete equipment.

Able to install utilities such as ventilation and air/water pipe.

Understand confined space, fall protection, equipment isolation, and standards and procedures.

Performs Field Level Risk Assessments.

Must be able to follow proper procedures to ensure safety and to control equipment damage.

Comply with daily, weekly and monthly safety directives, policies, and procedures.

Complies with and ensure compliance with Redpath's Policies and Procedures as detailed in the appropriate manuals, handbooks, directives, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

Able to work in excess of 40 hours a week, overtime, day and nights, weekends, holidays and shift rotations.

May operate equipment such as: forklifts, cranes, and small mobile equipment.

Underground miners typically need a high school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate.

Post-secondary education, two-year associate degree in mining technology or a similar field encouraged.

Work Experience:

1. 2-3 years' experience in underground mining operations.

Experience working with mining associated mobile heavy equipment, tools, etc.

Must be able to demonstrate proper use and safe handling of tools, equipment and materials.

Knowledge of the mining industry underground environment

Ability to read and understand engineering prints (civil work, structural work, rock excavation work).

Knowledge and understanding of mine regulations pertaining to construction in mining.

Excellent interpersonal, communication and customer service skills, both verbal and written.

Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.

Ability to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.

offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity.