Posted 7 months ago
Jumbo Operator - North Mine
@ The Redpath Group
Greater Sudbury, Ontario
Overview
The Redpath Group is hiring a full-time Jumbo Operator for its North Mine to set up and run boom jumbos for drilling and blasting underground. The work follows a 7-days-on, 7-days-off rotation with 10.5-hour shifts. Pay is $78,000 to $128,000 a year, varying with overtime and production bonuses, plus health, dental, vision, life insurance, pension and an employee assistance program.
Pay:
$78,000–$128,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Set up and operate boom jumbo for drilling and blasting
- Inspect and wash down working area, check for misfires
- Conduct face preparation before drilling rounds
- Complete daily pre-start checklists and report to supervisor
- Maintain safe, clean working area and equipment
Requirements summary:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3+ years jumbo experience
- 1 year scoop experience
- 1 year services installation experience
- 1 year loading and blasting experience
- Ability to read mine plans and survey memos
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-04-20
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 73.5 |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Education | High school (required) |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Performance bonus, Wellness |
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The Redpath Group
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Providing full-service mining solutions and innovation since 1962. Des solutions minières complètes depuis 1962.
Full company description
Established in 1962, The Redpath Group is an experienced, full-service solutions provider to the global underground mining industry. We have the expertise, track record and qualifications to support any scope of work, even in the most remote parts of the world. Our projects are started well on time and are executed with the highest safety standards and exceptional workmanship. We serve our international client base from our offices and facilities across the globe. Services include: mine development, shaft sinking, mass excavation, production mining, raiseboring, mechanized raise mining, underground construction, mechanical excavation, engineering and technical services, and civil infrastructure development. Our company is guided by long-held corporate values - “Our Philosophy” and “Guidelines for Success” – demonstrating Redpath’s commitment to the incorporation of environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria into our organization. ---------------------------- Fondé en 1962, le Groupe Redpath est un fournisseur expérimenté de solutions complètes pour l’industrie minière souterraine mondiale. Nous avons l’expertise, les antécédents et les qualifications nécessaires pour soutenir n’importe quelle portée de travail. Nos projets sont démarrés à temps et sont exécutés avec les normes de sécurité les plus élevées et avec une finition exceptionnelle. Nous servons notre clientèle internationale à partir de nos bureaux et de nos installations à travers le monde. Les services comprennent : le développement minier, le fonçage de puits, l’excavation de masse, l’exploitation minière à contrat, l’alésage de monteries, les projets de monteries mécanisés, la construction souterraine, l’excavation mécanique, les services techniques et d’ingénierie et le développement des infrastructures civiles. Notre entreprise est guidée par des valeurs d’entreprise fondamentales de longue date qui démontrent l’engagement de Redpath à intégrer les critères ESG dans notre organisation.
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- Reported office locations
- North Bay, Ontario P1B 1G5, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Mining
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- Other recorded names
- The Redpath Group
- REDPATH MINING
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Established in 1962, The Redpath Group is an experienced, full-service solutions provider to the global underground mining industry. We have the expertise, track record and qualifications to support any scope of work, even in the most remote parts of the world. Our projects are started well on time and are executed with the highest safety standards and exceptional workmanship. We serve our international client base…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Mining |
| Company size | 5,001-10,000 employees |
| Headquarters | North Bay, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1962 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 44 |
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Project: North Mine
Rotation: 7 days on 7 days off
Shift Length: 10.5
Salary Range: $78,000 - $128,000/annum, range is variable and dependent on overtime worked and production bonus paid
Benefits: Redpath offers comprehensive benefits including but not limited to health, dental and vision care, life insurance, pension and employee assistance program
Pre-employment requirement: Drug Test
Job Summary:
The primary role of a Jumbo Operator is to set up and operate a single or multiple boom jumbo, to drill and blast in a safe manner.
General:
- Visually inspect and wash down the working area, checking for misfires
- The ability to read and understand the ground support management plan and carry a copy of the current heading ground support plan into the heading.
- Conduct face prep prior to drilling rounds
- Ability to read and follow survey memos, mark up offsets line and grade.
- Ability to read and follow engineered drill profiles (Approved site standards)
- Perform minor repairs, such as changing shanks, couplings and hoses.
- Complete daily checklists/pre-starts on equipment and submit written and verbal reports to supervisor.
- Maintain working area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition.
- Must be able to comprehend written and verbal instructions as required to perform his duties in a safe and efficient manner
- Must be able to follow proper procedure to ensure safety and to control equipment damage
- The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all inclusive.
Health and Safety:
- Having the authority and responsibility to maintain a safe and efficient working environment
- Following Redpath Canada Limited health and safety standards and systems, including the Five Point Safety System and the Cardinal Rules, and reporting any unsafe acts or conditions
- Responsible to ensure proper use and maintenance of personal protective equipment required in the performance of the work.
- Must have knowledge of the WHMIS legislation and know how to effectively use an MSDS sheet.
- Comply with the Act and Mining Regulations that apply to the work area.
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Work Experience:
- 3 years or more experience with Jumbo
- 1 year of experience on a scoop
- 1 year of experience installing services
- 1 year of experience loading and blasting rounds.
Knowledge Required
- Demonstrated ability to read mine plans and specifications for underground mining.
- Demonstrate how to turn corners using offsets
- Ability to multi task and work effectively
- Ability to work efficiently as part of a team as well as independently
- Respectful of cultural differences
Redpath is committed to an environment that is barrier-free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance so that we can arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation.
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