About the Organization

Lake Shore Gold, a subsidiary of Pan American Silver, is located in Timmins, Ontario. The Bell Creek Complex located approximately 20 kilometers northeast of Timmins, Ontario, consists of an underground mine and processing facility. Mineralization is associated with the Porcupine-Destor fault system within the Abitibi greenstone belt, with ore mined by narrow vein longhole stoping methods. Ore is then transported to surface via a modern one thousand eighty meter deep shaft capable of forty-eight hundred tonnes per day.

The Timmins West mine is located approximately 18 kilometers west of Timmins, Ontario, one of the world’s most prolific gold camps. Mineralization is associated with the Porcupine-Destor fault system within the Abitibi greenstone belt. The Timmins West mine is comprised of the Timmins deposit, the Thunder Creek deposit, and the 144 Gap deposit. All three deposits are interconnected by underground drifts.

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About Timmins, Ontario

Timmins is a vibrant community of 45,000 residents that is a central hub for Northeastern Ontario. 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, and more!  

About the Opportunity

We are looking to hire a Construction Miners to join our team at the Timmins West Mine in Timmins, ON., and Bell Creek Mine in Porcupine, ON., on a full-time basis. The schedule is 5-5-4, 10 hour shifts rotating days and nights each week.

In this position, you will be responsible for bringing ground support to underground storages, build paste walls and installing paste lines. You will be responsible for installation of shotcrete walls, installations/maintenance of ventilation lines and fans, installation/maintenance of all underground pumps and pumping systems, monitor and maintain all pipelines.

Compensation: This position offers a salary range of $32.95 - $43.50 hourly, based on qualifications and experience.

Vacancy Status: This is an existing vacancy. The successful candidate may begin as soon as possible. 

Please note that this role requires relocation to the Timmins area and is not a camp-based position. 

More About You

While our ideal candidate has the following qualifications, we welcome applicants who may not meet every criterion to apply. The following will be critical to successfully performing this role:

• Previous experience is required
• 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
• Practice good housekeeping
• Be committed to safety
• Basic UG Hard Rock Common Core is required
• Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada

Overall, you are a motivated team player who demonstrates compliance with all health and safety regulations.  

About the Benefits

In return for your hard work and dedication you can expect to receive a competitive hourly salary, as well as the following benefits:

• Mine Performance Plan Incentive (bonus)
• Sign-On Bonus for eligible positions
• Relocation Assistance available for eligible positions
• Company-paid extended medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits
• Wellness Spending Account
• Health Care Spending Account
• Company-paid pension plan with 8% company contribution
• Basic life/accidental life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine Virtual Primary Care via Dialogue
• Competitive Paid Vacation Entitlements
• Paid pregnancy and parental leave
• Perfect Attendance Rewards

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to take the next step toward your career goals with an industry leader - apply now! 

To express your interest in this position please forward your resume to: 

Lake Shore Gold - Human Resources

P.O. Box 1067

Timmins ON

P4N 7H9

Email: [email protected]

Fax 705-269-4936 

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.  Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.