THE ROLE 

The purpose of this role is to operate the crushing circuit to size ore for further processing through HMS and Grinding/Flotation circuits, other duties as assigned. 

 

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES 

  • Always demonstrate safe behavior by wearing proper PPE, reporting of all SHEC incidents and comply with the site’s goals, standards and procedures in SHEC 

  • Conduct pre-start checks, start crusher circuit and conduct after start checks 

  • Perform routine operational checks 

  • Clear blocked transfer chutes, blinded & overloaded screens, blocked feeders, and overloaded conveyor belts 

  • Implement lock-out tag-out procedure 

  • Undertake fault finding and reporting including identifying both process and/or mechanical issues 

  • Performs routine preventive maintenance Including routine inspection, changing of screen panels and identification of mechanical issues within the process circuit 

  • Ability to grasp upstream/downstream circuit to circuit interaction and impact 

  • Fill out proper reports and logbooks 

  • Occasionally operate mobile equipment such as loader, dozer and skid steer amongst others 

  • Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, grip, handle, or feel; reach, pull and push with hands and arms; and talk and hear 

  • Occasionally required to climb and/or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 

  • Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds 

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE 

  • Minimum GED completed 

  • Experience in mining / milling operations or an industrial production environment desirable 

  • Basic writing and communications skills 

  • Comprehensive knowledge of the Mines Regulations (MSHA principles) 

  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus 

 

 

Department: Internal & External
This is a non-management position
This is a full time position

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