Job Description

Procon Mining and Tunnelling (Procon) is one of the leading mine development contractors in North America. We are specialized in underground mine development, contract mining, underground excavations, civil tunneling and mining related construction projects. Centered by our people, our company culture is driven on the tenets of integrity, innovation, relationships and performance for our clients, business partners and the communities we work in. As a specialty contractor in a safety-sensitive business, our workforce safety is the foundation for everything we do.

Procon takes pride in our extensive history of successfully partnering with Indigenous communities. We believe in Indigenous partnerships that offer mutually beneficial outcomes through economic benefits and capacity building. Moving beyond compliance, we truly value the experience and knowledge brought to our Indigenous partnerships.

We are looking for a motivated people who are committed to growing their professional career at Procon while gaining valuable knowledge and experience.

Project Details:
Based at our project in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, this will be a 2 week on / 2 week off rotation opportunity. Preference will be given to those who reside in Northern Territories.

Responsibilities:
The Underground Miners on our remote project in the Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, are responsible and accountable for the following:

• Installing underground rock support (bolts and mesh)
• Installing mine services
• Operating various pieces of underground mining equipment
• Performing underground construction related work

Qualifications / Requirements:

• Minimum 3 years working full-time in an underground mine environment
• Experienced in installation of ground support using a jackleg & stoper
• Experience operating jumbo, maclean bolter, scooptrams, scissorlifts, and other underground equipment
• Shotcrete/concrete/construction experience would be considered an asset
• Slinging / rigging experience would be considered an asset
• Must be prepared to adhere to all legislated regulations and company Health & Safety policies
• Ability to work within a fast-paced environment
• Dependable and able to commit to a 2 week on / 2 week off rotation
• Positive attitude and enjoys being a proactive member of a high performing team
• Fully Vaccinated in accordance with client requirements
• Preference will be given to those who reside in the Northwest Territories.

Residents of the Northwest Territories area and candidates identifying as Indigenous are encouraged to apply.

Pre-employment Requirements:

• Drug Test
• Medical
• Criminal Record Check
• Fully Vaccinated Client requirement

This position involves frequent air travel to and from the work site. Applicants must meet all legislated requirements for air travel to work at the remote site camp with a work schedule of 14 days on site, 14 days off site. For this safety sensitive position, you will be required to undergo a background check and be required to undergo a substance test and pre-employment testing.

We mine talent and nurture innovation. Our people truly are our strength. At Procon, whether in the field or the office, you?ll be part of a cohesive team and work alongside great people from diverse backgrounds: people who love their work and are inspired to provide solutions to our clients and exceed expectations.

If you share our values and would like to be considered for this meaningful career opportunity, please apply on our career site.

We thank all candidates who apply, however please note that only short-listed applicants will be contacted and preference will be given to candidates identifying as Indigenous and those who reside in the Northwest Territories.