We are currently recruiting for the following positions:

Bazooka Driller

Qualifications

  • Previous experience as a diamond driller with air drills
  • Diamond drill common core
  • Experience operating a scoop
  • Basic UG Hard Rock Common Core is required

Construction Miners

Qualifications

  • Must be able to operate a jackleg and stopper
  • Experience with concrete work, installation of timbers and specialized ground support, forming, vent doors, walls, refuge stations, and welding would be considered an asset
  • Basic UG Hard Rock Common Core

Underground Heavy Equipment Mechanic Apprentice

Qualifications

  • Completed theoretical/in school Heavy Duty Equipment Technician Levels 1-3
  • Basic UG Hard Rock Common Core is NOT required
  • Previous underground experience is NOT required

Development Miners

Qualifications

  • Five to 10 years’ related mining experience
  • Proven work experience in the safe operation of a Jumbo along with Specialty Common Core Modules
  • Basic UG Hard Rock Common Core

Raise Miner

Qualifications

  • Minimum two years of raise mining experience
  • Complete Basic Underground Hard Rock Miner Common Core
  • Specialty Module U0064 – Perform Mechanized Raising

Long Hole Loaders & Drillers

Qualifications

  • Previous underground experience is required
  • Previous experience in all aspects of long hole drilling would be considered an asset
  • Basic UG Hard Rock Common Core is required

Haul Truck Operators

Qualifications

  • Specialty modules U0068 Haulage Trackless and U0020 Operate Remote Scoop are required
  • Experience operating 42 ton and 50 ton Atlas Copco trucks would be considered an asset
  • Must have previous underground experience
  • Basic UG Hard Rock Common Core

Remote Scoop Operators

Qualifications

  • Specialty modules U0068 Haulage Trackless and U0020 Operate Remote Scoop are required
  • Must have previous underground experience
  • Basic UG Hard Rock Common Core

Salary & Benefits

  • Competitive Wages
  • Sign-On Bonus for Eligible Positions
  • Relocation Assistance available for Eligible Positions
  • Medical and Prescription Benefits
  • Dental & Vision Benefits
  • Company Paid Pension Plan
  • Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance
  • Long Term Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Vacation
  • Perfect Attendance Rewards
  • Eligible for Mine/Mill Performance Plan Incentives
  • Paid Pregnancy and Parental Leave

About Us

Lake Shore Gold is located in Timmins, Ontario, a vibrant community of 45,000 residents that is a central hub for Northeastern Ontario. In Timmins, people can enjoy recreational activities such as camping, world class fishing, nature, and snowmobile trails. Direct flights to Toronto are available at the local airport via multiple carriers. There are many support networks in the community including the local Timmins and District Hospital, local sports leagues for children and adults (hockey, baseball, basketball, etc.), golf courses, both cross country and downhill ski resorts, a community pool, and many other community events that provide entertainment throughout the year (fairs, carnivals, concerts, etc.).

Lake Shore Gold operates two mines in Timmins: Timmins West Mine and Bell Creek Mine. The Timmins West Mine is located approximately 18 kilometres west of the city, while Bell Creek Mine is located approximately 20 kilometers northeast of the city and consists of an underground mine and processing facility with its tailings management area. Timmins, Ontario is one of the world’s most prolific gold camps and mineralization at both mines is associated with the Porcupine-Destor fault system within the Abitibi greenstone belt.

Lake Shore Gold is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we believe that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and all aspects of employment including the decision to hire or promote will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business requirements.

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