Heavy Equipment Operator

McEwen Mining Inc. has four producing mines, located in Nevada, Ontario, Mexico, and Argentina, and also has exposure to copper through its subsidiary McEwen Copper, owner of the large Los Azules copper deposit in Argentina. Our goal is to further develop into a strong and profitable gold and silver producer, focused on the Americas. In order to do that, we need great talent. McEwen Mining currently has an opening at our Fox Complex Sites for a :

Mill Loader Operator

Reporting to the Mill Operations Supervisor, the Mill Loader Operator will efficiently perform all required duties within the scope of work while maintaining a safe and collaborative work environment. The Loader Operator is an integral part of the McEwen Mining Mill Operations team and as such serves a key role in aiding production in reaching all milestones. They must be committed team players with a strong knowledge of and dedication to safety, production methods and equipment care. Other duties will be assigned as per operational needs.

The list of duties and responsibilities below is not exclusive or exhaustive, and the employee will be required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position. All employees are required to be professional, cooperative, and flexible in line with the requirements of the position.

Operational / Technical Execution :

• Ensure adherence to all pre-operational checks and procedural requirements to safely startup, efficiently operate, and safely shutdown all process equipment.
• Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient way adhering in accordance with all relevant legislation, Company policies and Standard Operating Procedures
• Operate machinery, tools, and equipment as required in a safe manner to meet targets and maintain undisrupted operations.
• Operate and monitor machinery and equipment in a production environment.
• Operate various pieces of auxiliary and mobile equipment when required.
• Clean up excess material around the crusher using either a skid-steer and / or shovel as needed.
• Perform daily system, equipment, and work area inspections to identify, minimize and correct safety hazards, conduct quality checks, and ensure that equipment is properly maintained.
• Ensure that in all aspects of the operation, environmental policies and practices are followed, keeping the preservation of the natural environment a priority.
• Complete and maintain shift logs and reports to the level of detail required, ensuring accuracy in the reporting of data.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work area.

General Administration and Controls :

Qualifications and Skills Requirement :

Diversity and Inclusion

McEwen is strongly committed to Diversity and Inclusion and aims to create a healthy, accessible, and rewarding work environment which highlights employees’ unique contributions to our company’s success.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all to help us build a diverse workforce which reflects the diversity of our communities, in which we live and work.

To apply for this position please email your resume to :

To find out more information about McEwen mining please visit us at :

McEwen thanks all candidates for their interest, however only those selected to continue in the recruitment process will be contacted.