General Surface Labourer

Location: Northern British Columbia (Fort Nelson)

The Opportunity
Barminco Mining Services Canada Ltd. has an exciting opportunity for  General Surface Labourers  at the Red Chris Mine in northern British Columbia. Working a FIFO rotation of 14‑shifts on and 14‑shifts off (12 hour days).

Reporting to the Project Manager or designate, initially based on the surface, the  General Surface Labourer  is responsible for supporting safe and efficient site operations through effective waste management, yard and warehouse support, Integrated Tool operation, and maintenance of critical safety equipment.

This role contributes directly to Barminco’s strategic objectives by promoting strong safety standards, environmental compliance, operational readiness, and effective resource management at site level by ensuring surface areas, materials, tools, and monitoring equipment are maintained to Barminco standards. This is an entry level position with opportunity for growth within the Company.

Position Responsibilities

Maintain the General Waste Area (GWA) in a clean, organised, and compliant manner.

Sort, segregate, and manage non‑hazardous and hazardous waste streams in accordance with site environmental and safety requirements.

Material handling operating an Integrated Tool (telehandler) to move bins, pallets, and materials within the GWA and yard areas.

Assist with scheduled clean‑ups and ad‑hoc waste removal across surface areas.

Identify and report environmental or safety hazards related to waste handling.

Yardperson & Surface Labour Support

Maintain yard areas in a safe, tidy, and operationally efficient condition.

Assist with movement, storage, and organisation of materials and equipment.

Support warehouse activities as required, including receiving, organising, issuing stock and cycle counts.

Carry out general labouring tasks to support site operations.

Seasonal Tasks:
Removing snow, salting, or managing landscaping duties during changing seasons.

Gas Monitor Issuing & Maintenance

Issue gas monitors to underground personnel in accordance with site procedures.

Track and manage gas monitor allocation using site‑approved logs or systems.

Clean, inspect, charge, and perform basic functional checks on gas monitoring equipment.

Identify faulty or damaged monitors and elevate for repair or replacement.

Maintain orderly storage and charging stations for gas monitoring equipment.

Assist in cleaning/maintaining mine cap lamps, self‑rescuers and respirators in clean and working manner.

Bit Sharpening & Tool Support

Perform bit sharpening tasks in accordance with training and safety procedures.

Inspect tools for wear or damage and report issues as required.

Safety, Compliance & Teamwork

Comply with all Barminco safety, health, environmental, and procedural requirements.

Actively participate in safety meetings, toolbox talks, and site training.

Operate the Integrated Tool and all equipment in accordance with training, licences, and site procedures.

Work cooperatively with operations, warehouse, and underground teams.

Maintain accurate records and demonstrate accountability for assigned equipment and areas.

Perform thorough pre‑starts on any vehicle/equipment being used.

Other duties may be assigned by your Supervisor, as required.

Skills and Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required

Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 driver’s licence with manual transmission experience preferred.

Proven track record of consistently complying with mine site safety standards, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including contributing to a safe work environment for others.

Previous related experience in remote mining environment, construction, waste management, or a similar labour‑intensive field preferred.

Preference given to candidates with Telehandler / Integrated Tool licence or competency.

Previous mine site or industrial safety training (WHMIS, TDG, LOTO, etc) preferred.

Experience operating an Integrated Tool (telehandler), or the ability and willingness to successfully complete required training.

Physically capable of manual handling, yard work, and waste management tasks in an industrial environment.

Good organisational skills with the ability to manage equipment issuing and storage.

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