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HOIST OPERATOR

Kirkland Lake, ON
Mid Level
full_time

About the role

HOIST OPERATOR

MAC00250

WHAT DOES AGNICO EAGLE VALUE?

At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

ABOUT OUR OPERATION

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Agnico Eagle Mines' Macassa Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Beaverhouse First Nation, and Matachewan First Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of Members from these Nations. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Macassa Mine are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.

In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Agnico Eagle Mining (AEM) is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. Accommodation is available, upon request, for candidates participating in the recruitment process.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:

Reporting to the Shaft Supervisor, you will be part of the Mine Shaft Crew Department. The Hoist Operator will be directly responsible for operating proficiently in the safe and efficient operation of all hoists at #2 Shaft, #3 Shaft, #4 Shaft, and including the Maryanns to ensure that all daily checks are done in accord with the OHSA; which includes testing of the brakes, overwinds, under winds, track limits and all other tests as required, and any other duties as assigned and as may be later assigned by your supervisor or his/her designate. You will also ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.

  • Maintain a high standard of housekeeping
  • Record results of all tests in Hoist Person’s logbook
  • Ensure that all equipment is adequately provided with operating supplies throughout the shift
  • Ensure that any equipment deemed damaged or unsafe by virtue of a defect, or a machine of which any protection system is inoperative, is not used, and communicated to the Shift Supervisor
  • Demonstrate commitment to safety and health reduce reportable to zero
  • Assist with scheduled maintenance and repairs in the field
  • Coordinate with the Operations Supervisor for all scheduled maintenance activities; optimize the schedule so that production impact is minimized

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma
  • Hoist Experience and MTCU Module
  • Understand and apply Safe Work practices
  • High Level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning
  • Excellent multi-tasking and organization skills

Your Work Schedule:

  • Schedule: 7/7 day shift only schedule at our Macassa Mine Site in Kirkland Lake, ON.

Job**:**

Maintenance-Mechanical

Primary Location**:**

Ontario-Kirkland Lake

Organization**:**

Agnico Eagle Mines

Schedule**:**

Full-time

Shift Schedule**:**

7/7

Employment Type Code**:**

Hourly

Posting End Date**:**

Aug 9, 2025, 10:59:00 PM

About Agnico Eagle Mines Limited

Mining
5001-10,000

Agnico Eagle is a senior Canadian gold mining company that has produced precious metals since 1957. Its mines are located in Canada, Finland, Mexico, and Australia, with exploration activities in each of these countries as well as in the United States and Sweden. The Company and its shareholders have full exposure to gold prices due to its long-standing policy of no forward gold sales. Agnico Eagle has declared a cash dividend every year since 1983.