Operator Light Equipment

Job Location: Wildfire Camp

Workplace Type: Onsite

Pay Grade: 1.2

Closing Date:

About Brucejack

Our Brucejack Gold Mine, a high-grade underground mine in beautiful northern British Columbia, is located approximately 65 kilometres north of Stewart. Brucejack is a fly-in/fly-out operation with pick-up points across Western Canada, making it easy for people from different places to join us. We work closely with local First Nations communities including the Nisga’a, Tahltan, Gitanyow, and Gitxsan, to build respectful partnerships and celebrate our shared community.

As a member of the Brucejack family, we put your health, comfort, and safety first. You’ll stay in private rooms with individual washrooms, enjoy balanced meals prepared by our exceptional culinary team, and have access to a 24-hour snack and sandwich bar. We also have plenty of ways for you to relax and stay active, with a gym, fitness classes, a golf simulator, and seasonal activities like snowshoeing and hiking. For creative downtime, our music room is a fully equipped space where you can play or listen to music. Our Brucejack Recreation Committee, run by employees on a volunteer basis, organizes activities and events to make camp life fun and bring people together. The committee also plans holiday decorations, charity raffles, and outdoor events, helping create a warm and friendly community.

Your Impact

As a Light Equipment Operator, you will support the Surface Operations team by safely operating a range of light equipment to keep the Brucejack Mine running smoothly. Your focus on safety, efficiency, and teamwork will directly contribute to reliable daily site operations.

As Part of Our Team You Will

- Promote and model a strong safety‑first mindset and actively participate in safety meetings

- Operate light equipment including skid steers, crew trucks, and small excavators, wheel loaders and rock trucks

- Complete Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and Field‑Level Risk Hazard Assessments (FLRHAs)

- Perform pre‑ and post‑operational inspections and routine equipment maintenance

- Support fueling, waste disposal, recycling, and snow clearing activities

- Set up and operate water pumps and assist with spill response when required

- Maintain walkways and building access during snow and adverse weather events

- Keep work areas clean, organized, and free from hazards

Prerequisites for Your Success in This Role

- High school diploma or equivalent

- Valid class 5 driver’s license with a clean driving abstract

- 2–3 years of experience operating light equipment

- Physically fit and able to lift or move up to 50 lbs

- Comfortable working 12‑hour shifts in all weather conditions

- WHMIS certification required; First Aid and Mine Rescue are assets

- Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills

- Ability to follow instructions, SOPs, and safe work practices in a dynamic environment

Your Work Environment

- Remote camp‑based operation with private accommodations

- Onsite meals, gym, recreation, and entertainment facilities provided

- Rotational schedule: 13 days on / 13 days off

- Travel allowance and transportation arrangements included

- Drug‑ and alcohol‑free workplace (pre‑employment testing required)

At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion we are dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment.

The expected salary range for this role is CA$43.25/hr . This range is tied to the British Columbia market for jobs performed in British Columbia. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s pay history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about pay history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.

We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. If you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you!