Haul Truck Driver

Job Description

Explore the unknown:

Newcrest is one of the world’s largest gold mining companies. As a global business, we aim to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and supported to bring their whole unique self to work.

We recognize that our different backgrounds and perspectives help us find better ways to: solve problems; attract and retain the best people; explore, develop, and produce more gold safely and profitably; and help make Newcrest a better place to work.

Our Red Chris mine is located on the traditional territory of the Tahltan and we encourage qualified applicants from the local communities to apply. We offer several designated marshaling points within BC including Nanaimo, Vancouver, Kelowna, Kamloops, Williams Lake, Prince George, Smithers, and Calgary, AB.

The purpose of this role is to safely and efficiently operate, a rigid frame haul truck in an open pit mining environment.

We are seeking multiple individual for a Fly In, Fly Out opportunity working on a two weeks in, two weeks out rotation.

Accountabilities:

• The operation of haul trucks (Cat 777, 785 and 793) in an open pit mine on 12-hour shifts rotating between day and night shift

• Follow established traffic patterns avoiding road hazards

• Perform pre-shift and post-shift safety inspections and complete daily equipment reports

• Report all unsafe mechanical conditions

• Maintain good housekeeping practices on equipment

• Assist in general mine labour and other duties as require

Qualifications & Experience:

• Experience in an open pit mining environment is preferred

• Be committed to safe working practices

• Be prepared to actively participate in a positive and safe working atmosphere.

• The ability to stay alert and pay attention to detail during all hours and weather conditions whilst on shift

• Ability to safely climb and access equipment, as well as lift heavy objects up to 50lbs

• Be a strong team member and be able to work independently as required

• A valid BC Drivers License

Our commitment to you:

At Newcrest, we hold core values that focus on caring about people, working together, and achieving a high-performance culture through innovation and problem solving.

Newcrest’s commitment to diversity and inclusion respects both the rights of every individual to work to their highest potential, free of discrimination, as well as the cultures, religions, and governing codes applicable to each country in which we operate.

If you share our values and feel that you could make a meaningful difference in this role, please apply online before the advertised application closing date.