Loader Operator

About the role

The Hydraulic Shovel Operator is responsible for the efficient, high-capacity, and safe operation of a hydraulic shovel to excavate and load shot rock, ore, overburden, and aggregate into haul trucks. Operating in a fast-paced mining environment, this role requires a skilled operator capable of maintaining clean bench conditions, managing highwall and pit face stability, and maximizing production tonnage while strictly adhering to safety standards and equipment preservation protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate and control to load and move materials within the pit area.
• Excavates quarry to maintain desired face, ramp and floor conditions including the construction and maintenance of safety berms.
• Utilize controls to lift, tilt, and dump materials into designated areas or onto trucks.