POSITION OVERVIEW
Reporting to the Supervisor - Maintenance Shop, the Heavy-Duty Mechanic is responsible for various maintenance activities common to a surface hard rock mining operation and the associated blasting, loading, hauling, and support equipment. As this is a start-up position, the successful candidate may also be required to assist with other mine related services as needed.

MAGINO MINE
The Magino Project is a brown-fields site located in northern Ontario, Canada that contains an historical underground gold mine, landfill and tailings management facility ("TMF"). The Corporation conducted a Feasibility Study during 2017 that examined mining the deposit using conventional open pit mining methods and extraction of gold from the ore using a 10,000 tonnes per day carbon-in-pulp ("CIP") mineral processing facility. When developed, Magino will produce around 150,000 ounces of gold per year during the first five years of production. The project has over a 15-year mine production life (including one year of pre-production).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair large mobile mining equipment common to a surface hard rock mine
• Actively participate in various safety activities
• Perform Preventative Maintenance inspections and Preventative Maintenance services
• Service and repair equipment in the field
• Actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives
• Clearly write reports detailing work performed and problems found

QUALIFICATIONS

• Red Seal Certification in Heavy Duty.
• 3 + years' experience.
• Experience with CAT heavy equipment and / or other mining equipment is an asset
• Proven safety and attendance record
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office products ie. Word, Excel and Outlook
• Knowledge of SIS and Cat Parts Store preferred
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lift 50 pounds is required
• Willingness to work in adverse conditions
• Self-motivated, team player with a positive attitude and the ability to work with minimal supervision

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The role is located at the Magino Mine, which is approximately 88 kilometers northeast of Wawa, Ontario, Canada.
The ideal candidate for the role will work a rotation of 7 days on and 7 days off, 12 hour days.
Magino promotes a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has adopted a zero-tolerance policy with respect to alcohol or unauthorized drugs on site.
If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to be part of building a new mine in Canada and to build a career with a positive and supporting work environment, submit your resume by clicking on Apply Now below.
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Argonaut Gold is an equal opportunity employer.