Round Mountain is an open-pit mine located in Nevada, one of the best mining jurisdictions in the world. The mine uses conventional open-pit mining methods and processes ore by mill and heap leach. Kinross began operating the mine in 2003, and it has since become a continuous improvement leader in the Company’s portfolio. Round Mountain poured its 15 millionth ounce in 2018. Round Mountain and the nearby Bald Mountain mine make up Kinross’ Nevada operations.
The Round Mountain mine is an important contributor to the Nye County economy and, working with local stakeholders, has helped achieve significant improvements in healthcare and education in the area.
Job DescriptionLocation (Round Mountain, Nevada, USA)
Round Mountain is located in Nevada Nye County, and is one of the best mining jurisdictions in the world. Round Mountain is owned by Kinross Gold Corporation, and is both an Open-Pit, and Underground Mine.
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the UG Projects Manager / UG Mine Manager / UG Superintendent – The UG Miner is responsible for extracting ore from underground. The UG Miner will work with complex, and powerful equipment to Drill, Load, Blast, Muck, Haul, and Bolt the headings being mined.
Contribute to and carry out a variety of tasks including but not limited to:
• Heading inspections, and scaling down loose
• Operate mining equipment, such as Drills (Jumbos/Solos), Muckers, Trucks, and Bolters
• Following strict safety procedures and protocols
• Inspect equipment and machinery to ensure it is functioning properly, and identify any maintenance needs
• Safely and effectively operator mining equipment
• Expected to work in a safe and efficient manner
• The ability to work a rotating schedule of days and night is an essential function of this role
The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature, and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive. Other duties and responsibilities will apply
• Previous experience as an underground miner, or in a related field desired
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of mining practices, safety procedures, and equipment operation
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to make quick decisions in rapidly changing situations
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with other members of the mining team
• Flexibility to work long hours underground
• Willing to join the Underground Mine Rescue Team
• One (1) year of mining experience preferred
• Prior underground and/or equipment operation experience preferred
• Excellent safety, and work attendance
• Demonstrate initiative as a team member in a growing, fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate with all Mine Operations personnel
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Previous equipment operation experience preferred
If you have a passion for mining, a strong work ethic, and the technical ability to operate and maintain mining equipment, this could be an exciting and rewarding career for you
• Exposure to majority of surface and underground mining operations
• Exposure to vibrations, dirt, dust, high / low temperatures, loud noise, and hazardous substances such as explosives
• Varied and challenging work environments (confined spaces underground) and in remote locations
• A high level of physical effort is required
• Includes working in different and changing environments and conditions in both surface and underground mining operations
• Regular periods of extended physical exertion, walking (even and uneven surfaces), standing, lifting, kneeling, climbing, pulling, seeing, tactile sense, visual acuity (color, depth perception and field of vision), hearing, pushing, stooping, grasping, repetitive motion, etc
• Work is done in isolation and in the vicinity of working and moving equipment in both surface and underground mining environments
• Requires a high level of alertness to detect and report various hazards
• Exposure to deadlines, multiple demands, distractions and interruptions
• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs in weight
Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our core principles of responsible mining, operational excellence, disciplined growth and balance sheet strength. Kinross maintains listings on the Toronto Stock Exchange (symbol:K) and the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:KGC).