About us Tata Steel Minerals Canada Limited (TSMC) with its headquarters in Montreal (Quebec), operates iron ore mines in the provinces of Newfoundland and Labrador and Quebec. TSMC is a joint venture between Tata Steel Limited and the Government of Quebec. Tata Steel, part of the Tata Group of Companies, is one of the world\xe2\x80\x99s top 10 steel producers and a Fortune 500 company. The opportunity Tata Steel Minerals Canada is currently seeking temporary Heavy Equipment Operators & Haul Truck Drivers to join their highly skilled team to work on a Fly-in/Fly-out basis of 2 Weeks On/Off with a standard 12 hours/day schedule, to and from the Menihek region in Labrador, near the town of Schefferville, QC. The main pick-up points are St. John\xe2\x80\x99s, Gander, Deer Lake and Happy Valley-Goose Bay in NL, Halifax, NS, Moncton, NB, and Montreal, QC. Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Heavy Equipment Operator is responsible for providing support to mine and processing operations in an active open pit iron ore mine. Successful candidates should be able to operate a variety of equipment including, but not limited to: Excavators, Dozers, Graders, Loaders and Haul Trucks. Please note that these are four to six (4 \xe2\x80\x93 6) month contract positions from June to October 2023, with the possibility of extension or permanent employment thereafter. Expectations

• Safely and efficiently operate equipment of various sizes
• Follow direction of Supervisor for daily tasks and expectations for each specific project or jobsite
• Identify and report hazards, near misses and incidents with the goal of supporting and developing TSMC\xe2\x80\x99s safety standards
• Follow all company policies and OHS regulations
• Report and contain spills harmful to the environment
• Perform minor servicing and maintenance of equipment
• Perform daily pre-and-post inspections with appropriate documentation in compliance with company policies
• Fill out shift documentation clearly and accurately for reporting purposes
• Assist in training less-experienced employees on the proper operations, servicing, and repair of equipment to further their abilities
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability and performs general laboring duties when necessary or other duties as assigned

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate loaders to feed/takeaway ore from plant operations and load product into train cars and perform other tasks as required
• Operate excavators to efficiently load ore/waste into haul trucks, support stockpile management, and other construction activities as required
• Operate graders to maintain haul roads
• Operate dozers to efficiently maintain dumps, provide pit support, stockpile management, and perform other tasks as required
• Operate rigid frame haul trucks to transport ore and waste material to various locations
• Other duties and tasks as required

In order to fulfill these responsibilities, you will be expected to manage and handle the following working conditions; A fast-paced environment, handling heavy loads, physically demanding, attention to detail, hand-eye co-ordination, combination of sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching, kneeling. Experience & Qualifications

• Valid drivers license
• Minimum 3 years\' experience in an open pit mining environment operating the following heavy equipment:
• Excavator: Experience operating PC 1250, Hitachi 1200, JD 870, JD 470 or Cat 349
• Grader: Experience operating Cat 16M or Cat 24M
• Loader: Experience operating Cat 950 or Cat 988
• Dozer: Experience operating Cat D8 or Cat D10
• Haul Truck: Experience operating Cat 789, Cat 777 or Cat 773
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures outlined in Health and Safety Guidelines
• Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to heavy equipment operations and construction sites
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required
• It would be desirable to have the following driver license classes to assist with other duties at mine site. Class 1, 2, 3, 5, 8 and 9 along with air brake endorsement. Other training such as TDG, Overhead Powerlines will be an asset.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug screening, physical, and criminal background check

Technical Competencies & Skills

• Must be able to work 12 hour day and night shifts for 14 to 21 days at a time
• Must be able to work in a remote environment in harsh conditions
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions and to effectively communicate verbally and in writing in English. Bilingualism is considered an asset.
• Physically fit to operate listed equipment and perform some physical labour
• Excellent safety and attendance record
• Willingness to learn
• Ability and willingness to work in all weather conditions
• Must be willing to operate multiple pieces of equipment and perform a variety of tasks as required
• Must have a positive attitude, work well with others, and treat all employees with respect

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent(s) of this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and activities required of the position. At Tata Steel Minerals Canada, we value diversity in our workforce and encourage all candidates to apply, regardless of their gender, age, origin, culture and experience. We promote the hiring of women, Aboriginals and as a priority member of communities with which we have an agreement, visible minorities, ethnic minorities and people with disabilities. We thank all applicants for their interest in TSMC. Please note however that due to the high volume of applications, only those who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.