Ventilation Specialist

Hemlo Mining Corp.; Marathon; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation & housing assistance

4x3 rotation with full camp

Employer-paid benefits

Educational assistance

Career progression

On-site mentorship

Job summary

Hemlo Mining Corp. is seeking a Ventilation Specialist to lead the design, management, and continuous improvement of the underground mine ventilation system.

The role works closely with Operations, Technical Services, Mine Planning, and Maintenance to ensure safe airflow and regulatory compliance. The successful candidate will have a Mining Engineering degree with 5+ years in underground mining ventilation, experience with Ventsim/Deswik, and strong analytical and collaborative skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years underground mining experience with a focus on ventilation.
• Knowledge of underground ventilation systems, planning, and monitoring.
• Experience with ventilation modelling software (Ventsim) and Deswik; proficient with MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage and optimize the underground mine ventilation system for safe, compliant airflow.
• Develop and maintain the mine ventilation plan to support current and future activities.
• Conduct underground ventilation surveys and environmental monitoring.
• Analyze ventilation data, identify deficiencies, and implement corrective actions.
• Design and review ventilation infrastructure (fans, ducting, controls).
• Develop ventilation models to support planning and capital projects.
• Collaborate with Operations, Technical Services, Mine Planning, Maintenance.
• Prepare technical reports and ventilation instructions for operations.
• Ensure monitoring equipment is calibrated and functioning.
• Develop ventilation standards and procedures; support regulatory compliance.
• Mentor Ventilation Technicians and other staff.
• Participate in incident investigations and continuous improvement.

Skills

Mining engineering

Underground ventilation

Ventilation modelling

Ventsim

Deswik

Data analysis

Communication

Collaboration

Field inspections

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering

P.Eng. designation (asset)

Tools

Ventsim

Deswik

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hays Recruitment in proud partnership with Hemlo Mining Corp.

The Hemlo Mine(“Hemlo”) is a long-life, fully integrated gold mining operation located approximately 35 km east of the town of Marathon in Northwestern Ontario, Canada, along the Trans-Canada Highway and just north of Lake Superior. With more than a decade of reserves and significant exploration upside along the proven Hemlo greenstone belt, Hemlo Mining Corp. is positioned to unlock the next chapter of growth at one of Canada’s premier gold districts. The site continues to evolve through ongoing investment in exploration and modernization, creating new opportunities across technical and skilled roles. Now is an exciting time to join the Hemlo team and be part of a globally connected workforce driving the next phase of growth.

Your new role

he Ventilation Specialist is the technical lead responsible for the design, management, optimization, and continuous improvement of the underground mine ventilation system. Working extensively underground and collaborating closely with Operations, Technical Services, Mine Planning, and Maintenance, this position ensures the ventilation system safely and efficiently supports current and future mining activities while maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.

The Ventilation Specialist provides technical expertise in ventilation planning, ventilation modelling, environmental monitoring, and ventilation infrastructure design. The role is responsible for identifying long‑term ventilation requirements, recommending system improvements, supporting capital projects, and ensuring ventilation practices support safe, productive, and sustainable underground operations.

Primary responsibilities and tasks:

• Manage and optimize the underground mine ventilation system to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant airflow.
• Develop, maintain, and update the mine ventilation plan to support current and future mining activities.
• Conduct underground ventilation surveys, inspections, and environmental monitoring to evaluate system performance.
• Analyze ventilation data, identify deficiencies, and develop practical corrective actions and long‑term improvement initiatives.
• Design and review ventilation infrastructure, including auxiliary ventilation systems, fans, ducting, regulators, bulkheads, and ventilation controls.
• Develop and maintain ventilation models to support mine planning, production, and capital projects.
• Collaborate with Operations, Technical Services, Mine Planning, and Maintenance to integrate ventilation requirements into mine designs and operational plans.
• Prepare technical reports, engineering recommendations, and ventilation instructions to support safe and effective underground operations.
• Ensure ventilation monitoring equipment is maintained, calibrated, and operating effectively.
• Develop and maintain ventilation standards, procedures, and best practices while supporting regulatory compliance.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Ventilation Technicians and other operational personnel.
• Participate in incident investigations, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What you'll need to succeed

• Bachelor's Degree in Mining Engineering, or equivalent post-secondary education.
• Minimum 5 years of underground mining experience, including significant experience in mine ventilation.
• Strong knowledge of underground ventilation systems, ventilation planning, and environmental monitoring.
• Experience with ventilation modelling software (Ventsim), Deswik, and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze technical data, develop practical solutions, and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work independently and provide technical guidance.
• Physically capable of working underground and conducting regular field inspections.
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation or eligibility would be considered an asset.

What you'll get in return

• Relocation & housing assistance available for all roles
• 4x3 rotation with full camp accommodations for DIDO workerrs.(featuring private en-suite bathrooms)
• 100% employer-paid benefits including health, dental, vision, and paramedical coverage
• Educational assistance for Hemlo employees & scholarships for the dependents of Hemlo employees
• Above-market wages and salaries, with bonus programs and pension contributions for all roles
• Clear opportunities for career progression and internal mobility
• Direct access to senior leadership and on-site mentorship