Tailings Operator

Orillia Matters; Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company is seeking a Tailings Operator for its Bell Creek Mine in Ontario. Candidates will conduct inspections, manage maintenance of tailings facilities, and operate heavy machinery. This full-time role offers competitive hourly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth. Applicants are encouraged, even if not all qualifications are met.

Benefits

Mine Performance Plan Incentive (bonus)

Company-paid medical, dental, and vision benefits

Wellness and Health Care Spending Accounts

Company-paid pension plan with 8% contribution

Basic life and accidental death insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Telemedicine services

Paid vacation and parental leave

Qualifications

• Experience with heavy equipment (dozers, excavators, loaders) required.
• Fusing pipe experience is an asset.
• Eligibility to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Daily inspections of tailings dam and dykes.
• Maintenance and repairs of tailings facilities.
• Assisting with snow removal and road maintenance.

Skills

Commitment to safety

Experience with dozers

Experience with excavators

Experience with loaders

Experience fusing pipe

Job description

Lake Shore Gold, a subsidiary of Pan American Silver, is located in Timmins, Ontario. The Bell Creek Complex, situated approximately 20 kilometers northeast of Timmins, 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 using narrow vein longhole stoping methods. Ore is transported to surface via a modern shaft that is 1,080 meters deep, capable of handling 4,800 tonnes per day.

About Timmins, Ontario

Timmins is a vibrant community of 45,000 residents and a central hub for Northeastern Ontario. The area offers recreational activities such as camping, world-class fishing, nature exploration, and snowmobile trails. The local airport provides direct flights to Toronto through multiple carriers. The community supports numerous networks including the Timmins and District Hospital, various sports leagues, golf courses, ski resorts, a community pool, and hosts events like fairs, carnivals, and concerts throughout the year.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking to hire a Tailings Operator to join our Bell Creek Mine in Porcupine, ON on a full-time basis. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, with 8-hour shifts.

Responsibilities include daily inspections of the tailings dam and dykes, pump houses, maintenance and repairs of tailings facilities, fusing, installation, and maintenance of tailings lines, site water distribution/discharge lines, and assisting with snow removal and road maintenance. Experience with dozers, excavators, and loaders is required; operating a grader and other heavy equipment is an asset.

This role requires relocation to the Timmins area; it is not a camp-based position.

More About You

While ideal candidates possess the following qualifications, we encourage all applicants to apply even if not all criteria are met:

• A commitment to safety
• Experience fusing pipe (asset)
• Eligibility to work in Canada

About the Benefits

In exchange for your dedication, you will receive a competitive hourly salary and benefits including:

• Mine Performance Plan Incentive (bonus)
• Company-paid extended medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits
• Wellness and Health Care Spending Accounts
• Company-paid pension plan with 8% contribution
• Basic life and accidental death insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Telemedicine services via Dialogue
• Paid vacation and parental leave

Lake Shore Gold is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available upon request during the hiring process.

Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your career with an industry leader – apply now!

To express interest, please send your resume to:

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