Job requirements Undercutter Operator - Underground Mining near Prince Albert (SK)
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Find out what you typically need to work as an undercutter operator - underground mining near Prince Albert (SK). These requirements are applicable to all Underground production and development miners (NOC 83100).

Employment requirements

This is what you typically need for the job.

  • May be certified in the basic common core program or as an underground hard rock miner in Ontario.
  • Certificate in first aid may be required.
  • Formal training of up to six weeks followed by extended periods of specialized training as a helper or in support occupations is usually provided.
  • Company licensing or certification is often required for occupations in this unit group.
  • Previous experience as a mine labourer or in other mine occupations is usually required.
  • Provincial blasting licence may be required.
  • Trade certification for miners is available, but voluntary, in Quebec and Manitoba.
  • Completion of secondary school is usually required.

Source National Occupational Classification

Professional certification and licensing

Saskatchewan

If this occupation is regulated, you may need to get a professional license from a regulatory authority before you can start working. Licensing can be compulsory or voluntary, depending on the occupation.

  • If the licence is compulsory, you must be certified before you can practise the occupation and use the professional designation.
  • If the licence is voluntary, you don’t need to be certified to practise this occupation.

Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.

Source Foreign Credential Recognition Program - ESDC

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