Nahanni Construction Ltd. is accepting resumes for Heavy Equipment Operators to work at the Giant Mine Site in Yellowknife, NT. The successful candidates will work on a rotational schedule based in a work camp environment. The Job will start out with a couple of rotations of underground work and then transfer into site services when production starts. The rotation is tentatively a three (3) weeks on / three (3) weeks off schedule.  The rotation is subject to change based on organizational requirements.

Nahanni is an open-shop Contractor that provides competitive pay and benefits. The Heavy Equipment Operator will be responsible for the safe and effective operation of the following equipment:

• D6 Dozer
• CAT349 Excavator
• Other equipment such as Loaders, Telehandler, etc.

When not operating Heavy Equipment, the candidate would be required to assist with miscellaneous site services activities, as required.

• Safely and effectively operate equipment
• Follow all safety protocols to ensure both the safety of those around and the integrity of the equipment
• Perform daily safety inspections on designated equipment to ensure that it is safe to operate
• Effectively communicate with other team members

• 3 years’ experience operating either Dozers, Excavators, or a combination of the two
• Experience working in an industrial setting
• Must be self-motivated and a self-starter
• Ability to work in a team based, safety oriented environment

At Nahanni we are cold weather and remote location construction experts. Our clients benefit from our ability to provide all-inclusive construction services and project management. These services help us deliver turnkey operations and logistical services for all of your remediation, industrial and commercial construction needs. All of our work is safety focused and quality oriented, and with over 30 years construction experience in the North we have the staff, equipment, and skills to get the job done right.