Lead Hand Longhole

Lead Hand Long-hole Loader/Blaster

About us

From humble beginnings in 2010, Evolution Mining is now a leading gold producer, operating six mines across Australia and Canada. Enacting our vision to be inspired people creating a premier global gold company, we are indeed a bold team with a bright future. Our operational diversity offers our employees access to many experiences and career opportunities within the one company. So, whether you choose to work at one of our underground or open pit operations, explore for our future as part of our Discovery team, or join our Group Office, we know you’ll have a bright future with us. 

About Red Lake

Evolution’s star is rising in Red Lake

At Red Lake, our people have many career and growth opportunities and a bright future. With three underground mines and two processing plants all within the one site, Red Lake is one of the highest-grade gold deposits in Canada. The operational diversity and complexity at Red Lake, along with outstanding exploration potential, opens the door to many career possibilities and highlights working with us. 

Located in Northwestern Ontario, we encourage our people to live locally in the stunning community of Red Lake, where you can enjoy the outdoor lifestyle and adventures the region is renowned for. It’s very special that our town and operations are all close by, so it really does feel like one big community. 

About the role

As the Lead hand Long-hole Loader/Blaster, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient loading and blasting of long-hole stopes at Evolution Mining Red Lake Operation.

Key Result Areas in this role include:

• Work with team members to safely execute mining plans.
• Report on the quality of drilling.
• Fill out Centrics data base daily
• Following up on blast prints
• Ordering required blasting equipment
• Self QAQC audits
• Training for supervisor common core
• Set up and maintain work headings, ensuring a safe working environment.
• Participate in safety and production meetings.
• Strive to meet daily, weekly and monthly production targets.
• Collaborate with other departments to achieve goals.
• Work in a healthy work environment with full support, cooperation and commitment to satisfy our operation’s goal of being accident-free.

• Comply with federal and provincial acts and regulations, and legal requirements.
• Adhere to all relevant corporate policies and procedures.

Perform other duties as assigned. 

About you

As the Lead hand Long-hold Loader/Blaster, you will need to have an Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma and have successfully completed all relevant Common Core training modules. In addition, you must possess or demonstrate the following:

• Knowledge of long-hole production mining and practical blasting experience is an asset.
• Previous experience in U0093 Non Mobile Bulk Blasting, U0092 Mobile Bulk Blasting, U0006 Blast Rock, Secondary Blasting, Central Blasting
• Strong understanding of various mining methods and procedures (longhole, cut and fill, development, etc.)
• Familiar with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations for Mines and Mining Plants
• Contributes to overall team success
• Willingness to work overtime when required
• Work day and night shifts or as required by the Company
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with others
• Strong time-management and prioritization capabilities
• Well-developed decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• Sound organizational skills
• Good written and verbal communication abilities
• Capable of visualizing what lies ahead
• Possesses a strong work ethic  
• Enthusiastic with a high level of energy
• Encourages a climate of teamwork and collaboration
• Works well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Self-motivated, flexible team player
• Willing and able to participate in courses and developmental training programs

Closing date: May 30, 2025

At Evolution, as our name suggests, change and transformation is in our DNA. We want the Evolution experience to be your career highlight. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a more inclusive and diverse workforce that represents the communities in which we operate. Candidates from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are focused on keeping our people safe and healthy and creating sustainable value in an environmentally and socially responsible way. Join our bold team to start your next exciting chapter. 

Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part of the selection process. 

To find out more about us and Red Lake, click here https://joinus.evolutionmining.com/   

We thank you for taking the time to submit your application. For more information, please contact carine.dagossy@evolutionmining.com