Hoist Mechanic

About The Opportunity

Reporting to the Eagle River Maintenance Planner or designate, the successful candidate will perform maintenance and repairs of all surface, underground stationary equipment, long‑hole buggies, compressors, rock breakers and pumps at the mine site. The candidate will be reliable and is expected to work well as a member of a team to ensure a safe and productive workplace.

You are a safety‑focused and dependable Hoist Mechanic with strong experience maintaining and repairing surface and underground stationary equipment. You take pride in your ability to work both independently and as part of a team, ensuring work is completed efficiently and to a high standard. With a proactive approach and solid understanding of regulatory requirements, you consistently maintain a clean, hazard‑free work environment while supporting safe and productive mining operations.

• Work in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations for Mines and Mining Plants and all other Government standards and regulations.
• Keep work areas clean and free of safety hazards on a continuous basis.
• Take initiative and work independently as part of a team.
• Perform maintenance and repairs to stationary equipment on surface and underground in a safe and timely manner.
• Perform maintenance on hoists, long‑hole buggies, compressors, rock breakers and pumps.
• Follow Wesdome safety policies, procedures, practices and standards.

• Provincial certification as a Millwright Mechanic with at least 5 years’ experience in underground mining.
• Completion of Ontario common core modules is an asset.
• Valid (G) driver’s licence.
• WHMIS certification.
• Hoist experience would be considered an asset.
• Fall arrest training would be an asset.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Knowledgeable with hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems.
• Must be able to work with little supervision; must be self‑directed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to work with others.
• Able to effectively prioritize workload to ensure deadlines are met.

Location:

Eagle River Complex

Shift / Hours of Work: 12‑hour shift

Schedule / Rotation: 7 days on, 7 days off

Type of Hire:
Permanent, Full‑Time

Travel:
Yes

Existing vacancy:
Yes

Our total compensation package is more than just a great salary. We have established a comprehensive program that takes care of both you and your family.

• Market competitive base pay/salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Access to comprehensive extended health and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents beginning on day 1 of employment (short‑term disability coverage begins after 3 months).
• Healthcare spending account.
• Wellness benefit as an annual incentive.
• RRSP matching.
• Training, development and education support.
• Travel allowances.

• Programs to support the long‑term well being of our team members (e.g. Employee Assistance Program).
• Mental health awareness month.
• Family day & annual holiday events.
• Local community partnerships.

Wesdome prides itself on being an equal‑opportunity employer committed to responsible mining practices and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or Aboriginal status.

To be eligible for this position, you must be legally permitted to work in Canada without any additional sponsorship support from Wesdome.