Underground Heavy Duty Mechanic

Workplace Type: Onsite

Closing Date:

About Newmont

At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization, and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.

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 an Underground Heavy Duty Mechanic at Brucejack Mine, you’ll be essential to the safe and efficient operation of underground mobile equipment. Your hands-on expertise will directly support production and safety by ensuring our fleet is maintained, repaired, and ready to perform in challenging underground conditions.

As Part of Our Team, You Will

- Inspect, diagnose, and repair underground mobile equipment such as drills, scoops, and haul trucks

- Use computerized and manual tools to identify faults and perform preventative maintenance

- Conduct repairs and adjustments underground in accordance with safety standards and site protocols

- Test equipment to ensure safe operation and compliance with manufacturer specifications

- Support site safety and reliability through daily service, part replacement, and equipment care

- Participate in site-specific training and collaborate effectively with peers and other departments

Prerequisites for Your Success in This Role

- Inter-provincial Red Seal Certification as a Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanic

- Experience maintaining diesel and gasoline mobile/stationary equipment

- Underground mining experience is an asset

- Previous experience working with Sandvik, MacLean, Getman, JLG, or Diamond Drills

- Proficiency with SAP for maintenance and record keeping is an asset

- Strong communication skills and ability to work well with others in a team environment

- Valid Class 5 driver’s license (or higher)

- WHMIS and TDG certifications (preferred)

- Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs and perform well during 12-hour shifts

- Must pass pre-employment medical, drug& alcohol testing, and background check

Your Work Environment

- Location: Brucejack Mine (fly-in/fly-out access)

- Rotation: 13 days on / 13 days off, plus 2 travel days

- Conditions: Underground mine setting with exposure to confined spaces, noise, and varying weather

- Requirements: Use of full PPE; respirator fit-testing and clean-shaven condition for underground work

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$64.32 hourly . 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!