Lead Mechanic - Eleonore

QC
On-site
Posted Aug 31, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Lead Mechanic performs preventive maintenance and repairs on diesel, electrical, hydraulic, and air-operated mining equipment. They are also responsible for ensuring that subordinates' work meets quality standards and is completed safely and on time.

Job details

Project: Eleonore (Newmont) Location: James Bay area, Québec, Canada Rotation : 14 days on, 14 days off Shift work : 12 hours Travel: Flight provided or travel paid to client’s provided charter flights from Rouyn-Noranda, Val d’Or, Chibougamau, Wemindji or Montréal. Accommodation: Remote site - camp Benefits : Redpath offers comprehensive benefits including, but not limited to, health, dental and vision care, life insurance, a pension plan and an employee assistance program. Requirements: FMTM (Formation Modulaire du Québec) or equivalent (Ontario Underground Hard Rock Mining Common Core) Valid driver's license, General Explosives Permit, Drug screening Job Summary: The primary role of the Lead Mechanic is to perform preventive maintenance and repairs to diesel, electrical, hydraulic and air operated equipment. This includes mobile equipment hoists, compressors, drills, small tools and miscellaneous equipment of a similar nature. The Lead Mechanic is also responsible for making sure their subordinates' work meets quality standards and all tasks are completed safely and in a timely matter. Responsibilities Understand scope of work to be completed per project and plans. Provide skilled mechanical work in diagnosing, repairing and maintaining a variety of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems Schedule daily work priorities, maintain inventory and records for mechanic shop; and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility. Train apprentices and junior mechanics and assist other tradespersons as required Perform emergency repairs to equipment as required To note any information that has or may affect the safety of equipment, i.e. log books, check sheets, etc. To report to the supervisor any irregular circumstances or conditions related to his area of responsibility To accurately fill out any preventative maintenance check sheet related to his work, i.e., work order, warehouse withdrawal slips To be able to make decisions related to his workplace or equipment Must be able to follow proper procedure to ensure safety and limit equipment damage Familiar with underground Mobile equipment Braking regulations//testing and adjusting such components Qualifications Heavy Duty Mechanic Journeyperson preferred High School Diploma or equivalent preferred Minimum 3 years underground mechanical experience Basic literacy (read, write, basic math and read blue print) required Maintenance experience on: Maclean equipment, Cat and Sandvik scoop and haulage truck, Sandvik Jumbo’s including Split Feed and miscellaneous project supporting equipment. Welding experience as asset Ability to understand work from ladder flowcharts, schematics, sketches and wiring diagrams. Ability to utilize and create excel spreadsheets, word documents and adobe reader Government Regulations and interval testing for; Fire Suppression, 5 gas analysis, NDT, pressure vessels, tire & rim, crane etc… Respectful of cultural differences In 1962, Jim Redpath’s vision for the company was much the same as it is today; offering a high level of service to the mining industry, which exceeds current standards and provides challenge for its employees. With a foundation built on global experience, adaptability and exceptional workmanship, Redpath leads the industry with cutting edge innovations in safety and mining practices. Services including underground construction, shaft sinking, raiseboring, mine contracting, raise mining, mine development, engineering and technical services and a variety of specialty services are offered around the world, with the expertise and qualifications in place to support any scope of work. Global experience has given Redpath expansive regulatory knowledge, regional expertise, and cultural sensitivity. Redpath has built a solid reputation for conquering tough challenges and adapting to a variety of environments. Redpath’s employees are the heart of the company’s success, and it remains through them that the company will continue to expand and flourish. Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must possess a FMTM or equivalent underground hard rock mining common core certification and a valid driver's license. A minimum of 3 years of underground mechanical experience is required, along with the ability to interpret technical schematics and wiring diagrams.