Mining Heavy Equipment Operator

Description

Skeena Gold + Silveris a Canadian mining company with a portfolio of exploration and development projectslocatedin northwest British Columbia, Canada. Our current focus is on the revitalization of the high-grade, past-producing Eskay Creek gold-silver mine. Skeena is committed to leading the industry in reconciliation, diversity, and inclusion and we work in close collaboration with our Indigenous partners,leveraging their traditional knowledge and respect for the land.

As a Skeena employee, you will become part of a dynamic, innovative, and results-driven work environment. Together, alongside colleagues of diverse backgrounds and experience you will help usoperatesafely, protect the environment, positively contribute to our localcommunitiesand builda state of the artmine in Canada. Come join our team to be a part of this amazing opportunity!

Reporting directly to the Supervisor, Mining, the Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for operating heavy equipment for mining and construction activities at the Eskay Creek Open Pit Mine.

This role will be responsible for the safe operation of dozers, excavators, grader and/or loaders as required.

• Operate heavy mining equipment including WA 800, WA 900, PC 2000, PC4000,Komatsu D375 dozer and Komatsu GD955 grader in accordance with site procedures, manufacturer guidelines, and industry standards
• Carry out large-scale material handling such as topsoil stripping, overburden removal, ore loading, pit development, waste dumping, and stockpile management
• Support drilling, blasting, and extraction activities by preparing work areas, maintaining benches and haul roads, and ensuring compliance with safety distances and operational protocols
• Operate equipment efficiently to meet production targets while minimizing fuel consumption, equipment wear, and environmental impact
• Build and maintain haul roads and access roads to industry standards
• Assist with the installation of environmental control measures
• Construct tailings facilities, collection ponds, and other mining infrastructure as required

• Conduct pre-shift inspections and routine maintenance checks, reporting defects or hazards promptly
• Comply with all company safety policies, environmental regulations, PPE requirements, and mine site standards
• Read and interpret grade stakes, blueprints, and plans; follow written and verbal instructions to execute work scopes accurately
• Maintain clear communication with dispatch, supervisors, and coworkers using radios and standard signaling procedures
• Adapt to changing site conditions, weather, and production requirements while maintaining high situational awareness
• Participate in safety meetings, ongoing training, and competency assessments to meet regulatory and site standards

• Perform all other duties as reasonably assigned

• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record suitable for site vehicle use

• 3–5+ years’ experience operating heavy mining equipment (WA 800, WA 900, PC 2000, PC4000,Komatsu D375 dozer and Komatsu GD955 grader) on active mine sites
• Demonstrated proficiency with large-scale material handling (topsoil stripping, overburden removal, ore loading, pit development, waste and stockpile management)
• Proven experience building haul/access roads, bench and ramp maintenance, and supporting drill/blast operations in active pits
• Ability to read grade stakes, survey markings, and basic civil layouts; interpret blueprints, design drawings, and work packages to execute to line/grade
• Zero‑harm mindset with consistent adherence to company safety policies, SOPs, and JHAs/FLHAs
• Proper and consistent use of PPE and participation in toolbox talks, safety meetings, and incident/hazard reporting
• Commitment to regulatory compliance (mining and environmental regulations) and site-specific standards
• Ability to stop work and escape when encountering unsafe conditions or discrepancies from design
• Ability to work 12‑hour shifts, rotations (days/nights), weekends, holidays, and overtime as required
• Capable of working in remote, rugged, and variable weather conditions, including cold, heat, precipitation, and reduced visibility
• Physically able to climb on/off equipment, lift up to 50 lb (23 kg), and maintain alertness for extended periods in equipment cabs

This is a site-based camp job at Eskay Creek Mine site. This position involves working at a remote mine site on a 15 days on/13 days off rotation.

The Eskay Creek Revitalization Project is located within the Coast Mountains of Northwestern British Columbia and Tahltan Territory. Ground transportation will be provided from local communities to the Eskay Creek Site facilities. For those applicants located elsewhere in western Canada, flight transportation from major urban centers will be provided to the Terrace or Smithers airports, from which shuttles will provide…