Safe. Skilled. Inclusive.

Building Safely. Building Together.

We bring 20+ years of hands-on experience in mining, oil & gas, and heavy industrial projects. From underground paste fill systems and shaft rehabilitation to project management, estimating, and planning — we deliver complex scopes safely, on schedule, and to spec.

Underground Mining Expertise
Project Management
Indigenous Partnerships
Safety-First Culture

Our Approach

At Coastal Mining & Mechanical Solutions, we know that successful projects are built on more than engineering drawings. They require planning, collaboration, cultural awareness, and a proactive safety mindset. Our philosophy is to be proactive, not reactive — ensuring risks are addressed before they become issues. We listen first, involve stakeholders at every stage, and deliver projects in a way that reflects both client goals and community values.

What We Do

Indigenous Engagement

Inclusive, respectful partnerships with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities. We support local participation, training, and economic growth — from small projects to major capital programs.

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Project Management & Consulting

End-to-end project planning, estimating, scheduling (InEight, P6, MS Project), QA/QC, proposal development, and execution strategies. Available for both full-scope management and targeted support.

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Training & Capacity Building

Custom training programs, supervision, and management systems built for clients and communities. From SOPs and JHAs to contract reviews and mentoring, we strengthen capability at every level.

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Why Choose Coastal?

We combine boots-on-the-ground leadership with engineering-level rigor and an inclusive, collaborative mindset.

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Proven Track Record

Proven track record across uranium, potash, hard-rock, and oil & gas projects.

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Stellar Safety Record

Stellar safety record — incident-free performance in high-risk environments.

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Indigenous Partnerships

Inclusive and collaborative partnerships with Indigenous communities, on and off Treaty lands.

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National Reach

National Indigenous partnerships — experience working with Mi'kmaq, Wolastoqiyik, Innu, Inuit, First Nations, and Métis communities across every province and region of Canada.

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International Experience

Experience in both domestic and international mining projects (Canada, Botswana, Mongolia, U.S.).

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Flexible Services

Flexible services — from reviewing a single contract to managing multi-year capital programs.

About Our Company

Who We Are

Coastal Mining & Mechanical Solutions Ltd. provides construction management, field supervision, and consulting for mining, oil & gas, and heavy industrial projects across Canada. With decades of industry experience — and long-standing collaboration with Indigenous communities nationwide — we deliver work that is on schedule, on budget, and incident-free.

Safety-First & Proactive

We plan first and execute second — never the other way around.

20+ Years Underground

Decades of hands-on experience in the most demanding mining environments.

National Indigenous Partnerships

Working with communities from coast to coast to coast.

Our Expertise

  • Safe, reliable project delivery across mining, oil & gas, and heavy industry
  • Specialists in paste fill, borehole piping, shaft rehabilitation, and underground civil works
  • Expertise in complex mechanical systems and custom solutions
  • Notable achievements: erected a 400+ ft flare tower without a crane (first in Canada, 2007)
  • Delivered multiple 1000+ ft high-pressure borehole pipelines
  • Experience on multi-billion-dollar oil & gas projects as well as small but technical projects

Toolset & Methods

  • Planning & estimating with InEight, Primavera P6, and MS Project
  • Construction Execution Plans (CEPs), Field Information Work Packages (FIWPs)
  • QA/QC programs, NDE coordination, hydrotesting & turnover packages
  • Commissioning support and start-up readiness

Leadership

Lyle MacKinnon — Owner/Operator

20+ years of experience in underground mining, oil & gas, and heavy industrial projects across Canada. Leadership in construction execution planning, project management, and field supervision.

Specializations:

  • High pressure paste fill systems
  • Underground freeze piping and borehole piping
  • Underground mechanical and services
  • Shaft rehabilitation and underground civil construction
  • Complex mechanical systems and cogeneration plants
  • Commissioning/startup of oil & gas facilities

Notable Achievements:

  • Canada's first crane-less erection of a 400+ ft flare tower (2007)
  • Multiple 1000+ ft high-pressure borehole pipelines
  • Multi-billion-dollar oil & gas capital projects
  • Highly technical assignments requiring precision and adaptability

Credentials:

Gold Seal, Red Seal, Blue Seal, and Atlantic Trades Business Seal

Our Network of Experts

  • Partnerships with senior engineers, HSE advisors and trades/technical specialists for scaling complex scopes
  • Extensive shaft sinking and underground infrastructure experience in hard rock projects
  • EPCM support on large international programs and industrial megaprojects
  • Expertise in heavy civil and mining services across Canada, Botswana, Mongolia, and the U.S.
  • Capabilities spanning mechanical, electrical, and civil trades with proven safety and quality records

Services

Comprehensive Mining & Industrial Solutions

We deliver safe, efficient, and tailored solutions across mining, oil & gas, and heavy industrial projects. From rapid consultations to complex, multi-month programs, we work anywhere in Canada and beyond.

Core Services

Construction Supervision & Management

  • Field supervision (surface & underground) and subcontractor oversight
  • Controls: schedule, cost, quality, scope — with clear reporting cadence
  • Multi-discipline coordination, onboarding, and interface management
  • Support for EPCMs, owners, and Indigenous business partners

Consulting & Advisory

  • Planning, scheduling, estimating (InEight, Primavera P6, MS Project)
  • Constructability reviews & pre-planning workshops
  • Procurement support: RFQs, vendor selection, expediting & logistics
  • Change management, cost control, and claims support
  • Disciplined workflows grounded in PMP methodology

Safety & Compliance

  • SOP & JHA development, toolbox/FLHAs, and training
  • Program development, audits, and regulatory alignment
  • Commissioning protocols and safe work methods

Project Support & Documentation

  • Level 3–4 schedules, progress tracking & reporting
  • CEPs, FIWPs, testing packs, QA/QC & turnover documentation
  • Shutdown/turnaround manpower planning & contingencies

Technical Depth & Specialized Experience

Underground Mining Systems

  • Paste fill & slurry systems — installation & commissioning
  • Underground freeze distribution piping & dewatering systems
  • Borehole piping (1,000+ ft pressure lines) with full QA/QC

Shaft & Infrastructure

  • Shaft rehabilitation, headframes, galloways, winches & hoist ropes
  • Ore handling — loading pockets, crushers, apron feeders, conveyors
  • Complex underground civil works — bulkheads, sumps, pumps, MCCs, mills

Mechanical & Commissioning

  • Hydrotesting, pressure testing & decontamination planning
  • Cogeneration facilities and complex mechanical system installs
  • Startup & commissioning for mining and oil & gas facilities

Sectors

  • Underground & surface mining (development, shafts, services)
  • Oil & gas (plants, terminals, maintenance/turnarounds)
  • Heavy industrial (mills, power, processing)
  • Green energy & renewables (wind, hydro, integration)
  • Decommissioning & reclamation projects
  • Remote & northern execution with logistics support

Capabilities

  • Workface planning & execution leadership
  • Vendor/RFQ management, expediting & logistics
  • Digital reporting: progress, safety, quality & productivity
  • Cost/schedule controls and risk management
  • Commissioning, turnover & closeout documentation
  • Crew training, competency, and supervision programs

Underground Mining Expertise

Mastering the Deepest Challenges

Underground mining demands precision, planning, and an uncompromising commitment to safety. With more than 20 years of delivery across uranium, potash, open-pit and hard‑rock mines, we specialize in paste fill systems, super‑deep borehole piping, freeze plants, shaft infrastructure, and underground construction support—delivered safely, on schedule, and to spec.

Safety-first & proactive
Incident-free delivery
20+ years' experience

Core Capabilities

High-pressure paste backfill systems

Installation & commissioning of paste plants, buffer tanks, and distribution lines.

Super-deep borehole piping

Continuous welded heavy-wall runs exceeding 1000 ft with full QA/QC controls.

High-pressure piping & complex mechanical systems

Certified and experienced multi-disciplinary team of experts to facilitate complex mechanical systems.

Freeze distribution & utilities

Freeze lines, dewatering, ventilation, and mine services infrastructure.

Shaft infrastructure & rehabilitation

Hoisting systems, shaft piping, winches, electrical; new builds & complex rehabs.

Ore & rock handling systems

Rock grizzlies, crushers, loading pockets, apron feeders, conveyors, chutes.

Mine development & construction support

Structural, mechanical, and electrical support for new headings/tunnels.

Complex underground civil construction

Bulkhead walls, vent work, vent-on-demand systems, sumps, pumps, MCCs, shafts, and all aspects of UG infrastructure.

Safety First — Proactive, Not Reactive

Stellar safety record, even by underground standards.

We plan first and execute second—never the other way around. Scopes are scheduled to avoid rushed conditions. Hazards are eliminated upfront through structured JHAs, controls, and disciplined supervision. Crews are empowered to stop work when conditions aren't right. Safe work is successful work.

Proven Project Experience

Signature Scopes

Superlong Continuous High Pressure Borehole Piping

Expert execution of super-deep borehole piping — continuous welded heavy-wall lines exceeding 1,000 ft, delivered with full QA/QC certification.

Shaft 2 Rehabilitation — McArthur River

Temporary headframe and galloway installed to enable safe shaft rehab; delivered on budget, on schedule, and with zero incidents.

Cigar Lake Mine Development & Support

Shaft sinking, underground construction, and outfitting of production tunnels feeding UG ROMs storage and handling facilities.

ROMs Storage Facility Build

Large-scale civil/structural program (≈470 t structural steel, 265 t rebar, 4,700 yd³ concrete).

Lucara Karowe Diamond Mine (Botswana)

Shaft sinking and underground infrastructure for a world-class kimberlite operation.

Oyu Tolgoi (Mongolia)

Copper/gold project support including shaft infrastructure, construction management, and contractor supervision.

Indigenous Engagement & Partnerships

Partnerships Built on Trust

Indigenous collaboration is a core pillar of our company. We build respectful, long-term relationships with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities across Canada, working both on and off Treaty lands. Our approach focuses on local participation, training, and lasting economic benefit—embedded from planning through execution and closeout.

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Partnership-first

Building lasting relationships based on respect and trust

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Local participation

Meaningful employment and business opportunities

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Training & careers

Skills development and long-term capacity building

Our Commitment

Foundation

  • Respect & trust — Relationships are built on open dialogue and cultural awareness
  • Early involvement — Engagement begins in pre-planning and carries through to turnover
  • Safety & well-being — People come first; safe work enables lasting success

Execution

  • Participation targets — Clear goals for local hiring, subcontracting, and procurement
  • Capacity building — Apprenticeship support, mentoring, and skills transfer
  • Transparency — Regular updates and reporting to communities and clients

Impact

  • Economic benefits — Opportunities that outlast the project
  • Shared success — Aligned incentives for quality, schedule, and safety
  • Long-term view — Partnerships measured in years, not months

Our Approach

At Coastal Mining & Mechanical Solutions Ltd., our approach is grounded in collaboration, inclusivity, and cultural awareness. We understand that every community brings unique histories, priorities, and challenges, and we tailor our engagement to reflect those realities. By listening first and involving communities in decision-making, we ensure that our work supports both project goals and community aspirations.

How We Partner

Joint Delivery

  • Joint delivery models — teaming, JV structures, and alliances tailored to community goals
  • Local employment — recruiting, onboarding, and mentorship for community members
  • Training pathways — on-the-job learning, apprenticeship sponsorship, supervisor development
  • Subcontracting & procurement — preference for Indigenous-owned suppliers and services

Engagement & Compliance

  • Engagement planning — protocols, communications, and cultural considerations built into the plan
  • Compliance & reporting — participation tracking, KPIs, and monthly dashboards for clients and communities
  • Community investment — support for local initiatives aligned with project outcomes
  • Safety & culture — inclusive site orientation, respect in the workplace, and empowered stop-work

Services for Clients & Communities

For Project Owners & EPCs

  • Indigenous engagement strategies and bid-stage participation plans
  • Local hiring programs, onboarding, and retention support
  • Supplier development and Indigenous procurement integration
  • Training programs (FLHAs/JHAs, safety culture, trade skills, supervisor training)
  • KPI design and monthly reporting (hours, hires, spend, training milestones)
  • Proposal development and bid support
  • Project and plan reviews — full scope or specific portions

For Communities & Partners

  • Career pathways with apprenticeship mentorship and credential support
  • Business readiness for local suppliers (QA/QC, safety systems, documentation)
  • Project briefings, site visits, and transparent performance reporting
  • Long-term skills transfer through coaching and on-the-job training
  • Support for building internal capacity: SOPs, JHAs, safe work procedures
  • Supervision and training programs tailored to community needs
  • Custom-built management systems and procedures for lasting capacity
  • Legacy initiatives — training assets and tools that remain post-project

Experience Snapshot

Our leadership has supported mining projects across Canada—particularly in Northern Saskatchewan's uranium operations—as well as potash and hard-rock developments nationwide. Work has included underground services, paste systems, shaft infrastructure, ventilation, mine development, and remediation on both Treaty and non-Treaty lands.

We are experienced in working with Indigenous groups and communities, including remote regions. We recognize the importance of cultural histories and the challenges communities face, and we approach every project in a collaborative, respectful, and inclusive manner.

Let's Work Together

Whether you're an EPCM, mine operator, Indigenous business, or community partner, we'd love to hear from you. Let's scope out your next project with safety, planning, and partnership at the core.

Contact Us Today

Contact Us

We'd love to hear from you. Whether you're a mine operator, EPCM, Indigenous business, or community partner — let's talk about how we can work together.

Email

info@coastalmining.ca

Business Details

Company: Coastal Mining & Mechanical Solutions Ltd.

Registered Office: 3436 Wilson Ave, New Waterford, NS, B1H 1W5

Response Time

We respond to all technical inquiries within 24 hours.