Lead Equipment Operator

Insight Global is seeking a Lead Equipment Operator to support a mining and mineral exploration company at their Yukon camp site on a 6 month contract. This is a fly in/out position, 4 weeks on with 2 weeks off. The shift is 12 hours per day, 7 days per week while at site. You will be responsible for operating heavy equipment (excavators, dozers, loaders) while also supporting field-level coordination of operator productivity inputs and reporting. This role acts as the primary liaison between the equipment operator team and the PM for day-to-day operating performance visibility.

Key Responsibilities:
• Operate heavy equipment including excavators, bulldozers, and wheel loaders in support of mining site operations.
• Coordinate and support field-level capture of operator performance data, including hours worked, material moved, equipment utilization, and idle time.
• Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for operator-related reporting inputs into the Operator Performance & Productivity View.
• Support onsite workforce coordination across operator shifts, including shift handoff communication and scheduling adherence.
• Participate in operating rhythm activities including status updates and field-level reporting to the PM.
• Model safe operating practices and reinforce site safety standards across the operator team.
• Identify and escalate equipment issues, operator performance concerns, or scheduling gaps to the PM.

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• Minimum 5 years of heavy equipment operating experience (excavator, dozer, loader).
• Demonstrated leadership or lead-hand experience in a field, camp, or remote operating environment.
• Experience working extended rotations (4 weeks on / 2 weeks off or similar) in remote or camp-based settings.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, 7 days/week for 4-week rotations.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to support field reporting and coordination activities.
• Valid driver's license.

• Prior experience as a lead operator or lead hand on a mining, drilling, or construction site.
• Experience with basic field reporting or tracker inputs (handwritten or digital).
• Class 1 license.
• First Aid / safety certifications.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.