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.

Location
Timmins, Ontario

Schedule
5x2

Purpose
Contribute to the development and maintenance of a work environment where ground control related hazards are proactively identified and mitigated through geotechnical data collection, analysis, design and monitoring. 

Responsibilities

• Collect basic geotechnical data such as mapping, core logging to support geotechnical designs. 
• Be familiar with the site Ground Control Management Plan and ensure that operations are adhering to the guidance and requirements outlined in it.  
• Perform inspections of underground workings to ensure adherence to geotechnical design and Ground Control Management Plan as well as confirm that the ground support is appropriate for the ground conditions and excavation geometries. 
• Performs installation of geotechnical instrumentations and data management 
• Perform quality control audits of ground support materials and installations, including assessments such as pull tests, torque tests, shotcrete/backfill strength tests, etc. 
• Prepare rehabilitation and cable prints using Deswik, outlining site-specific ground support installations based on geotechnical recommendations. 
• Recommend corrective actions to be taken in areas where potential ground stability issues are observed or are reported in the ground control logbook.  
• Ensure ground control installation activities are coordinated with planners and operational personnel to minimize conflicts. 
• Review engineering prints to ensure geotechnical risk/hazards are identified and ground support outlined is appropriate for the local ground conditions. 
• Provide regular updates on geotechnical items to Senior Geotechnical Engineer. 
• Participate in other geotechnical-related tasks outlined by the Senior Geotechnical Engineer 

• Assist with data collection (core logging, strength sample collection, mapping, etc) and analyses required in order to develop and maintain a functional 3D Geotechnical Model 

• Install, maintain and advise on the expansion of the micro-seismic and instrumentation systems, working with suppliers, operations and technical department. 
• Manage the geotechnical instrumentation monitoring program including education and communication of Trigger Action Response Plans and re-entry protocols. 

Training and Education

• Mine Technician or Mine Technologist Diploma or equivalent  
• Minimum of 2 year experience working in rock mechanics or at an underground mining operation.   
• Solid comprehension of the hazards of working in an underground mining environment. 
• Familiarity with Deswik and Rocscience software would be considered an asset (not required) 

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

As an equal opportunity employer, Discovery is committed to diversity, inclusion and accessibility. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.