Miner 1 - Jumbo Operator
- Paddockwood No. 520, SK
- On-site
- Posted Jul 17, 2026
- 1 position
$69–$88 / hour
Opens an external site
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Senior · 8+ years
- Minimum education
- High school
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
The Miner 1 - Jumbo Operator is responsible for excavation, tunneling, and installing ground support systems to build mine infrastructure. They operate Sandvik Jumbo drills and manage drilling and blasting operations to create access tunnels and ramps.
Job details
Miner 1 – Jumbo Operator – 2026-018 Eldorado Gold Saskatchewan | Foran (TSX:ELD) We are hiring multiple Miner 1 – Jumbo Operators to join our expanding McIlvenna Bay team. This is a full-time position based at the McIlvenna Bay site, in Northern Saskatchewan. This is a full-time position based at the McIlvenna Bay site working either a 7/7 or 14/14 rotation. Eldorado Gold Saskatchewan | Foran is advancing the McIlvenna Bay project, a cornerstone asset and one of the most significant copper development projects in Canada. With commercial production expected in the second half of 2026, this world-class deposit contains copper, zinc, gold, and silver – key metals for the global transition to green energy. We are committed to sustainable development, environmental protection, and building strong communities. We believe in empowering our people, fostering a culture of growth, and creating opportunities for meaningful careers as we build the mines of the future. As part of the Underground Development Team, the Miner 1 – Jumbo Operator plays a key role in building the mine’s core infrastructure using a full fleet of Sandvik Battery Electric Vehicles. the Miner 1 – Jumbo Operator will be at the forefront of underground development- drilling, advancing, and shaping new mining areas with cutting-edge technology in a safe, dynamic, and collaborative environment. Job Responsibilities: * Conduct excavation and tunneling activities to create access tunnels, drifts, and ramps to reach ore bodies or mineral deposits. * Install ground support systems, such as rock bolts, mesh, and shotcrete. * Perform drilling and blasting operations for mining access. * Set up ventilation systems and various mine services to ensure proper airflow and remove harmful gases. * Operate the Sandvik Jumbo to drill and install ground support. * Adhere to safety protocols and regulations to maintain a safe working environment. * Inspect and maintain mining equipment regularly. * Identify process improvements for efficiency and safety. * Follow sustainable mining practices to minimize environmental impacts. * Performing underground construction related work as required Job Qualifications and Skills: * 4+ years of underground mining experience. * 3+ years of jumbo operating in an underground mine. * Grade 12 diploma, GED, or equivalent with 8+ years underground experience. * Skilled in drilling, blasting, and installing ground support (bolts, mesh, shotcrete) * Valid Blasting Ticket or ability to obtain. * Strong safety focus and adherence to protocols. * Familiar with jumbo drills, bolters, LHDs, and haul trucks. * Physically fit to work underground in demanding conditions. Compensation and Benefits: Our comprehensive benefits package includes: * Competitive Hourly Rate: $69.38-$87.73/hr including monthly bonus based on targets. * 100% Employer paid Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-term disability Insurance * RSP with company match * Camp-based position with travel support Eldorado Gold Saskatchewan is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce as we move into our next phase of growth. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to self-declare when submitting applications and resumes. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, you must be legally able to work in Canada. The McIlvenna Bay Project site is a drug and alcohol-free workplace. Due to the safety-sensitive nature of this position and the remote work environment, candidates must successfully complete a pre-employment medical assessment, which includes drug and alcohol testing, as a condition of employment. https://foranmining.com/careers/ [https://foranmining.com/careers/]
What you’ll do
The Miner 1 - Jumbo Operator is responsible for excavation, tunneling, and installing ground support systems to build mine infrastructure. They operate Sandvik Jumbo drills and manage drilling and blasting operations to create access tunnels and ramps.
Requirements
Candidates need at least 4 years of underground mining experience, including 3 years of jumbo operation, or a high school diploma with 8+ years of experience. A valid blasting ticket or the ability to obtain one is required.
Benefits
• Health Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • Life Insurance • Long-term Disability Insurance • RSP With Company Match • Travel Support
Listed skills
- Production · Preferred
- collaborative · Preferred
- assessment · Preferred
- Organization · Preferred
- Health · Preferred
- safety · Preferred
- Process · Preferred
- Development · Preferred
- Physically Fit · Preferred
- Fleet · Preferred
- Time · Preferred
- efficiency · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Jumbo Operation
- Underground Mining
- Drilling
- Blasting
- Ground Support Installation
- Rock Bolting
- Shotcreting
- Ventilation System Setup
- Equipment Maintenance
- Safety Protocol Adherence
- Excavation
- Apache Airflow
- Abrasive Blasting
- Mining Engineering
- Operations
- Sustainable Development
- Electric Vehicles
- Process Improvement
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