Build your mining career operating face shovels for Alamos Gold at Island Gold District, located in northern Ontario near Dubreuilville. Support protected, accountable mine operations.
As Face Shovel Operator, you will work in underground and open pit operations within the Island Gold District. Reporting to the Mine Operations Supervisor, you will help maintain mining faces, load trucks, backfill, ditch, excavate, and handle materials. The position also involves risk assessments, circle checks, equipment logbooks, and participation in safety meetings. Candidates need a high school diploma or GED, a G class licence, and three to five years of face shovel experience, preferably in an open pit mine.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain mining faces and support daily operating plans
- Load trucks and complete backfilling activities
- Perform ditching, slope grooming, and snow removal
- Assess task risks before beginning assigned work
- Participate in daily and monthly safety meetings
Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent
- Valid G class driver’s license
- Three to five years’ face shovel experience
- Clear communication and strong attention to detail
- Self-motivation and effective time management skills
Bring practical face shovel expertise, careful equipment checks, and safety-focused performance to Alamos Gold’s mining team.