Workplace Type: Onsite
Closing Date:
About Newmont
At Newmont, we’re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer – we’re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization, and we’re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.
About Brucejack
Our Brucejack Gold Mine, a high-grade underground mine in beautiful northern British Columbia, is located approximately 65 kilometres north of Stewart. Brucejack is a fly-in/fly-out operation with pick-up points across Western Canada, making it easy for people from different places to join us. We work closely with local First Nations communities including the Nisga’a, Tahltan, Gitanyow, and Gitxsan, to build respectful partnerships and celebrate our shared community.
As a member of the Brucejack family, we put your health, comfort, and safety first. You’ll stay in private rooms with individual washrooms, enjoy balanced meals prepared by our exceptional culinary team, and have access to a 24-hour snack and sandwich bar. We also have plenty of ways for you to relax and stay active, with a gym, fitness classes, a golf simulator, and seasonal activities like snowshoeing and hiking. For creative downtime, our music room is a fully equipped space where you can play or listen to music. Our Brucejack Recreation Committee, run by employees on a volunteer basis, organizes activities and events to make camp life fun and bring people together. The committee also plans holiday decorations, charity raffles, and outdoor events, helping create a warm and friendly community.
Your impact
You will play a critical role in safely advancing underground mining operations while upholding the highest standards of health, safety, and environmental responsibility. As an experienced miner, you will contribute to operational success while mentoring others and strengthening team capability.
As part of our team you will
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Champion a strong safety culture and adhere to all site safety procedures and regulations
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Identify, assess, and remediate workplace hazards, ensuring critical controls are in place
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Safely operate underground mobile equipment (e.g. scooptrams, haul trucks, drills, telehandlers, scissor decks)
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Perform ground support activities including scaling, installations, and extending services (air, ventilation, pumps)
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Conduct pre-start checks, basic equipment maintenance, and ensure proper documentation of all work completed
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Support underground infrastructure installation, modification, and repairs
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Mentor and support the development of new miners and team members
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Maintain clear communication with supervisors and report any issues impacting safety or operations
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Uphold a professional, respectful, and team-oriented work environment
Prerequisites for your success in this role
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Minimum 5 years’ experience operating heavy equipment in an underground mining environment
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Strong knowledge of underground hard rock mining practices and safety regulations
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Proven commitment to safety leadership and accountability
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Experience in drilling or construction (considered an asset)
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BC Mines Supervisor/Shift Boss certification (asset)
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High School Diploma (or equivalent)
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Valid Class 5 driver’s licence
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Ability to mentor others and contribute positively to team culture
Your work environment
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Remote camp-based role on a 14 days on / 14 days off rotation
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12-hour shifts in an underground mining setting
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Physically demanding work (ability to lift up to 50 lbs)
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Exposure to varying and extreme environmental conditions
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Team-based environment requiring close collaboration
At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion we are dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment.
The expected hourly rate for this role is CA$67.00 . This range is tied to the British Columbia market for jobs performed in British Columbia. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s pay history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about pay history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.
We believe in the strength of our people and the positive impact we can create together. Newmont employees are rewarded with a competitive salary, flexible packaging options, and programs that recognize those who go above and beyond. If you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply – we’d love to hear from you!
