Heavy Duty Equipment Operator – Mining
Join a dynamic mining team as a Heavy Duty Equipment Operator—safely operate heavy machinery, support surface mining, and help drive a major gold project in Guyana.
Location: Georgetown, Guyana
Scope: Full Time (14 days on / 7 days off rotation)
Role Overview
We are hiring for one of our clients a Heavy Duty Equipment Operator to join the operations team at a new gold discovery project in northwest Guyana. In this site-based role, you will operate a variety of heavy equipment for surface mining, ensure safe and productive operations, comply with regulatory and site policies, and support the project's goals during construction and potential ongoing operations. Transport, accommodations, and meals are provided on site, with a 1-year contract that may lead to a permanent position.
What You’ll Do
- Operate heavy mining equipment such as haul trucks, loaders, excavators, dozers, graders, and/or drills in a safe and effective manner.
- Perform pre-operational checks, complete equipment inspections, and safety documentation daily.
- Load, haul, and move materials such as ore, waste rock, or overburden efficiently.
- Maintain proper communication with dispatchers and team members using radios and other systems.
- Monitor equipment gauges and indicators to detect problems and report mechanical issues promptly.
- Follow all company safety protocols, environmental regulations, and Mine Health & Safety legislation.
- Assist with minor servicing tasks (e.g., greasing, fluid checks) as needed.
- Participate in safety meetings, training sessions, and hazard assessments.
- Maintain clean equipment and work areas to promote safety and efficiency.
Who You Are
- Valid driver's license (Class MT/ML).
- Proof of competencies (e.g., operating certifications).
- Strong understanding of workplace safety practices (e.g., hazard recognition, lockout/tagout procedures).
- Ability to work in physically demanding environments and varying weather conditions.
- Experience working on a rotation schedule and in remote locations.
About Sperton
This Position is Sponsored by Sperton Global, a recruitment and consulting company with an international reach. We are committed to helping our clients achieve success in their hiring processes, finding the right people for the right positions.
- Department
- Logistics & Supply Chain
- Locations
- Guyana
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Job location
- Georgetown, Guyana
- Employment Level | Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
Colleagues
Workplace & Culture at Sperton
At Sperton, we believe that great results come from great people.
Our culture is built on trust, collaboration, and a shared passion for delivering quality in everything we do.
We are a Norwegian-owned international company with colleagues across Europe, Asia, and the USA, working together seamlessly across time zones and cultures. Our teams are diverse, yet united by the same goal — to connect people and companies in meaningful ways.
We value openness, initiative, and continuous learning. Everyone at Sperton is encouraged to take ownership, share ideas, and challenge existing ways of working to make our solutions even better.
Even though we operate globally, our approach is personal. We take pride in creating a supportive and inclusive environment where people feel heard, respected, and motivated to grow — both professionally and personally.
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