Impala Canada operates the Lac des Iles Mine (LDI), producing 41% of Canada’s palladium and providing high-paying career opportunities for high-caliber individuals who want to work with modern equipment, strong leadership, and a company that invests in its people. Located just 90 minutes northwest of Thunder Bay, LDI has been in operation for 32 years and plays a vital role in producing palladium: a critical mineral essential to reducing global vehicle emissions and supporting a cleaner environment. Our site is built on a uniquely rich ore body and is supported by advanced underground, surface, and milling infrastructure.

We’re known for our proven safety record, a culture of comradery, and leaders grounded in our values: respect, care, and deliver. Competitive compensation, practical travel allowances, excellent perks, and RSP support reflect our commitment to the people who keep this operation running.

Scope and Responsibilities

· Working knowledge and skills in equipment operation

· Responsible for equipment operation, loading, hauling and maintaining roadways on the mine site

· Must demonstrate proficiency operating haulage trucks, back hoes, graders, dozers, light vehicles, boom truck, sand truck, loaders and perform other duties as required and assigned by the Supervisor, such as water pumps and piping, snow removal and assisting site services as required.

· Maintain a safe work environment





· Follow company policies and legislative standards

· Ability to effectively communicate any hazards or concerns to supervisor

Qualifications

Surface miner common core

Must have MTCU modules for bull dozer, hydraulic excavator and haulage truck

Experience with power tools, chainsaws, water pumps and gen-sets is considered an asset

Proficient in the operation of various heavy equipment in a mine operations environment is considered an asset

Verbal and written proficiency of the English language

Able to perform manual labor

DZ License is considered an asset; Class G at a minimum The position offers a competitive remuneration package consisting of hourly wage: health & medical insurance, retirement savings plan and travel allowance. Meals are provided while at the mine site.

Please note, that all job offers are conditional upon successful completion of a pre-employment medical which includes drug and alcohol testing.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please visit www.impalacanada.com for more information regarding Lac des Iles Mines .Visit careers.impalacanada.com to apply

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 42.0 per week

Benefits

- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Licence/Certification:
- Class G Licence or DZ (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Heavy Equipment Operator 2 (Thunder Bay)
🏢 Impala Canada
📍 Thunder Bay