Construction 1

Assist with underground construction activities, including:

• Backfill and concrete placement.
• Bulkhead building and ventilation work.
• Installation of backfill gantry and backfill plug.
• Shortcreting operations.

Supervisor construction crew

• Work under the direction of the mine supervisor.
• Oversee the construction crews daily activities.
• Train new personnel in safe construction methods.

Operate equipment and safety devices

• Operate various underground mobile equipment.
• Use a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) when required.

Requirements of the position

• minimum grade 12 diploma, or equivalent;
• minimum of five years of industrial construction and carpentry related experience required;
• previous underground and equipment operating experience;
• good reading, writing and communication skills are essential;
• ability to understand blueprints;
• strong organizational and leadership skills;
• excellent safety and attendance record; and
• Work a rotational schedule and commute to site by aircraft.

Assets

• Journeyperson carpenters ticket.