Conventional Miner 1

Discovery Mining Ltd; Timmins; On-site; CAD 63,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

AD&D

Disability Insurance

Wellness Spending Accounts

Job summary

Discovery Silver is seeking a Conventional Miner 1 to advance underground development at the Timmins area. The role requires operating mechanized equipment, leading crews, and maintaining safe, productive work areas.

The position offers a stable 5x5x4 schedule with competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits as part of a disciplined mining team. Candidates must have underground experience and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Underground Common Core Certificate required.
• Certifications: U0004 Drill Rock, U0005 Rock Bolt Ground, U0006 Blast Rock.
• U0010 Muck with Load Haul Dump (LHD) Machine experience preferred.
• U0011 Extend Services certification desirable.
• U0089 Mechanized Jumbo Drill operator preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform all aspects of underground development.
• Plan and set up work areas safely and productively.
• Mentor crew to work safely and efficiently.
• Oversee one or more headings; operate Moss Survey System.
• Read and follow mine prints and plans.
• Operate jumbo drills and bolters as required.

Education

High School Diploma

Underground Common Core Certificate

U0004 Drill Rock

U0005 Rock Bolt Ground

U0006 Blast Rock

U0010 Muck with Load Haul Dump (LHD) Machine

U0011 Extend Services

U0089 Operate Mechanized Jumbo Drill

Job description

Discovery is an Americas-focused precious metals company with a diversified portfolio. Our Mission is to deliver sustainable value for all stakeholders by operating in a safe and responsible manner and having a positive impact on local communities.

Located in and around the City of Timmins, Ontario, Porcupine has two underground and one open pit mines. A continuous operation for over 100 years that provides a great work-life balance. Employees from diverse backgrounds are empowered through engagement, involvement, and growth opportunities in the workplace.

Title: Conventional Miner 1

ID: 779

Location Hoyle

Schedule 5x5x4

Pay Rate55.49

The Position

Perform all aspects of underground development.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities include but not limited to mobile and non-mobile:

• Must be able to perform all aspects of mechanized cut and fill stoping, jumbo ramp development, and lateral development.
• Other work as assigned by supervisor
• Must be able to plan ahead and setup the workplace in a safe and productive fashion
• Must be able to mentor a crew in their work areas to work safely and productively
• Must be able to oversee one or multiple headings
• Must be able to operate and follow Moss Survey System
• Must be able to read, understand and follow prints
• Must be able to operate on their own or be a leader with a partner
• Must be able to operate, 1 and 2 boom jumbo, small and large section mechanized bolter, fletcher bolter will be an asset.

Skills And Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• Underground Common Core Certificate
• U0004 Drill Rock
• U0005 Rock Bolt Ground
• U0006 Blast Rock
• U0010 Muck with Load Haul Dump (LHD) Machine
• U0011 Extend Services
• U0089 Operate Mechanized Jumbo Drill

Compensation And Benefits

• Health, Dental, Life, AD&D, Disability, Healthcare and Wellness Spending Accounts, Virtual Care and Employee and Family Assistance Program;
• Company contributions and matching into a Defined Contribution Pension Plan; and
• Discretionary Site Bonus Program;

Additional Information

This posting is for an existing vacancy at Discovery Silver.

We thank all candidates in advance. Please note, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Discovery Silver welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), aboriginal (Indigenous) persons and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. Discovery is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment.

Please note that we use artificial intelligence tools to screen applications and assess qualifications and selected candidates will be contacted by a human for an interview.