Rio Tinto Looking for Underground Miner – Entry Level UG Haul Truck Operator at Yellowknife, NT Full Time

About the role

All progress begins with pioneers. At Rio Tinto, it begins with you.

We are currently accepting applications for Entry Level Underground Miners to operate UG Haul Trucks.

You will be responsible for:
Operating underground haul truck

Identifying and responding to workplace hazards

Ensuring your underground tasks are completed according to set schedules.

Performing basic maintenance on operating equipment (pre-start checks, refueling, lube fill, washing down);

Performing related duties and activities as directed by the Underground Supervisor or as required.

Located at the Diavik Diamond Mine, you will be working on a 3 weeks on / 3 weeks off rotation in the interim (alternating night shift and day shift) rotational schedule on a 12 hours per shift day. with the potential that this changes to a 2 weeks on / 2 weeks off rotation in the future, once the COVID-19 pandemic normalizes.

About you

To be successfully considered for this role, you will have:
Strong safety mindset

Previous work experience in equipment operation OR any unrelated college diploma

Heavy Equipment Operators course considered an asset

Valid Driver’s License

Keenness to work in an Underground mine environment

Solid proficiency in reading and understanding manuals and written instructions

Ability to take initiative and work independently and as part of a team.

Hiring priority will be given to qualified applicants who are beneficiaries of the DDMI Participation Agreement Groups and to qualified applicants residing in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Territories. Members must clearly identify their status on the online job application and resume if they wish to receive priority consideration.

Where you will be working

Located in the Northwest Territories of Canada, the Diavik Diamond Mine is a producer of gem-quality diamonds. At Diavik, a strong focus is placed on protecting the local environment, as well as supporting communities through employment and education.

Every Voice Matters

We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.

At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA2 community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.

Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.