Underground Mine Surveyor

Lake Shore Gold; Timmins; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Shore Gold is seeking an Underground Mine Surveyor for its Bell Creek Mine in Timmins, ON. The role involves various surveying tasks, including maintaining databases and conducting surveys underground. The ideal candidate has a diploma in Engineering, relevant survey experience, and proficiency in tools like Deswik and AutoCAD. A strong commitment to safety is vital for success in this position.

Benefits

Mine Performance Plan Incentive (bonus)

Company-paid extended medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits

Wellness Spending Account

Company-paid pension plan with 8% contribution

Basic life/accidental death insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program

Paid pregnancy and parental leave

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of survey experience, preferably in mining.
• Knowledge of total stations.
• Ability to use and calibrate survey equipment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize survey tasks for timely data delivery.
• Maintain survey controls and as-builts database.
• Perform CMS for underground voids safely and efficiently.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration skills

Ability to adapt

Education

Two-year Engineering Technician diploma

Tools

Deswik

AutoCAD

Excel

Word

Job description

We are looking to hire a Underground Mine Surveyor to join our Bell Creek Mine in Porcupine, ON, on a full-time basis. The schedule for this position is 5-5-4 rotation, 11 hrs/day.

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

In this role, you will be responsible for all mine survey tasks including maintaining survey controls database, surveying and maintaining underground excavation in Deswik, marking up development and production lines, installing wall bar/plugs for gradient control, preparing and issuing survey layouts, performing CMS of underground voids, and doing month-end calculations. Other duties may include assisting with ventilation surveys as required. You will demonstrate the core values of Safety, Health, Environment, and the Code of Conduct.

Reporting to the Senior Engineer or designate, the Underground Mine Surveyor will have the following responsibilities:

1. Plan, organize, and prioritize all survey tasks daily to ensure timely data delivery.
2. Maintain and advance the survey controls and as-builts database underground and in Deswik.
3. Provide accurate and timely development and production markups.
4. Perform CMS for underground voids safely and efficiently.
5. Complete borehole scans to determine deviations from the plan.
6. Maintain survey equipment and supplies.
7. Compile month-end layouts detailing actual excavation advance and volumes.
8. Conduct check surveys of mine excavations to update control and as-builts database.
9. Communicate discrepancies from design to engineering and operations supervisors.
10. Assist with time studies, ventilation surveys, and routine engineering projects as required.

More About You

While our ideal candidate has the following qualifications, we welcome applicants who may not meet every criterion to apply.

1. Completion of a two-year Engineering Technician diploma; Mine Technicians or Technologists preferred.
2. 1-2 years of survey experience, preferably in mining or industrial settings.
3. Knowledge of total stations, and proficiency in Deswik, AutoCAD, Excel, and Word.
4. Mining experience is considered an asset.
5. Ability to use and calibrate survey equipment.
6. Strong communication and collaboration skills.
7. Ability to adapt quickly to changing conditions.
8. Commitment to safety and good housekeeping.
9. Eligibility to work in Canada.

Our ideal candidate is a motivated team player who demonstrates compliance with all health and safety regulations.

About the Benefits

In return for your dedication, you can expect a competitive annual salary and benefits including:

• Mine Performance Plan Incentive (bonus)
• Company-paid extended medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits
• Wellness Spending Account
• Company-paid pension plan with 8% contribution
• Basic life/accidental death insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid pregnancy and parental leave

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

To express interest, please send your resume to:

Lake Shore Gold - Human Resources

P.O. Box 1067

Timmins, ON P4N 7H9

Email: [e-mail]

Fax: [phone]

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