Corporate Bolter Trainer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Canada.

📋 Description

• Designing, implementing, and assessing training programs for Bolter Operators across various underground mining projects.

• Ensuring that operators achieve and uphold competency in safe, efficient, and productive rock bolting techniques.

• Offering practical field coaching, classroom instruction, competency evaluations, and mentorship to operators with diverse skill levels.

• Collaborating closely with site management, supervisors, and health and safety teams to enhance operational performance and overall workforce capabilities.

• Creating and delivering standardized training programs for bolter operators that align with company standards and site-specific needs.

• Conducting classroom, practical, and field-based training that covers all facets of mechanized bolting operations.

• Facilitating new employee orientation, onboarding, and refresher training sessions.

• Assessing operator competency through structured practical demonstrations and field evaluations.

• Carrying out formal assessments of operators and maintaining accurate, up-to-date training documentation.

• Assisting with initial certification, periodic recertification, and cross-training initiatives.

• Partnering with site supervision to enhance bolting practices, ground support quality, and operational efficiency.

• Advocating for best practices in bolting methods and ground support installation.

• Engaging in incident investigations related to bolting operations and offering corrective training suggestions.

• Analyzing bolting performance metrics and providing data-driven insights for continuous improvement.

• Ensuring adherence to company policies and relevant regulations.

• Conducting field inspections and safety audits with a focus on bolting operations and ground support installation.

• Compiling regular reports on training activities, operator competency status, and workforce development progress.

⛳️ Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is mandatory.

• Mining-related trade certification or post-secondary education is advantageous.

• Certification in adult education, training design, or instructional methods is beneficial.

• A minimum of 8–10 years of underground mining experience is required.

• At least 5 years of practical experience operating mechanized bolters in an underground hard rock or coal mining setting is essential.

• Previous roles as a Trainer, Lead Hand, Supervisor, or Mentor are highly preferred.

• Familiarity with various bolter manufacturers, including Epiroc, Sandvik, JH Fletcher, MacLean, or their equivalents is necessary.

• Strong knowledge of underground ground support systems, installation techniques, and ground control management plans is required.

• A valid driver's license is a requirement.

• Relevant underground mining certifications are necessary (jurisdiction-specific).

• Ground Control certification or equivalent is a significant advantage.

• Train-the-Trainer (T3) certification is preferred.

• Standard First Aid / CPR certification is considered an asset.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision coverage.

• RRSP contribution.