Drill Coordinator

Lake Shore Gold; Timmins; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit share

Relocation assistance

Flexible schedules

Medical benefits

Wellness allowance

Health spending

Pension plan

Life insurance

LTD

EAP

Telemedicine

Paid vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

Lake Shore Gold, a Pan American Silver subsidiary, invites applications for a Drill Coordinator at the Timmins West Mine in Timmins, Ontario. This full-time position offers a Monday-Friday schedule with 8-hour days or 10-hour shifts and relocation assistance for eligible candidates.

The successful applicant will design underground drill programs, monitor progress, maintain databases, and liaise with mine planning teams, while upholding safety standards and contributing to a growing mining

Qualifications

• University degree in Geoscience is required.
• 1-5 years’ experience in gold exploration or a gold mine environment preferred.
• APGO Professional Geologist (PGeo) member or eligible to apply for APGO or GIT membership in the Province of Ontario.
• Knowledge of 3D modeling software Datamine, Deswik, and Leapfrog will be considered an asset.
• Knowledge of drill layout procedures and underground safety practices.
• Practice good housekeeping.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Be committed to safety.
• Basic UG Hard Rock Common Core with shaft specialty module.

Responsibilities

• Create advanced underground drill programs and layouts.
• Monitor drilling progress and make necessary adjustments to optimize efficiency.
• Update drill hole databases.
• Monitor project budgets and expenses.
• Complete formal written reports as requested.
• Liaise with production and engineering personnel in the mine planning functions.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety culture

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

University degree in Geoscience

Tools

Datamine

Deswik

Leapfrog

Job description

Job Highlights

• Excellent opportunity to continue your career with an established industry leader
• Receive a competitive salary and a wide host of benefits
• Develop yourself professionally and contribute to a growing organization!

About the Organization

Lake Shore Gold, a subsidiary of Pan American Silver, is located in Timmins, Ontario.

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.

For more information, please visit our website .

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 Drill Coordinator to join our Timmins West Mine in Timmins, ON, on a full-time basis.

The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 8 hrs/day or 4 on, 3 off, 10hrs/day.

Compensation

This position offers a base salary range of $85,000 - $100,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience.

Vacancy Status

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

Important Note

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

Responsibilities

• Create advanced underground drill programs and layouts
• Monitor drilling progress and make necessary adjustments to optimize efficiency
• Update drill hole databases
• Monitor project budgets and expenses
• Complete formal written reports as requested
• Liaise with production and engineering personnel in the mine planning functions

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:

• University degree in Geoscience required
• 1-5 years’ experience in a gold exploration or Gold Mine environment preferred
• Must either be an APGO, Professional Geologist (PGeo) member or be eligible to apply for APGO or GIT membership in the Province of Ontario
• Knowledge of 3D modeling software Datamine, Deswik, and Leapfrog will be considered an asset
• Knowledge of drill layout procedures and underground safety practices
• Practice good housekeeping
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Be committed to safety
• Basic UG Hard Rock Common Core with shaft specialty module

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 annual salary, as well as the following benefits:

• Profit Share (bonus)
• Relocation Assistance available for eligible positions
• Flexible Work Schedules
• 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

Equal Opportunity

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.