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
Chapleau, Ontario

Schedule
7x7

Purpose
The Mine Dispatcher is responsible for the management of multiple site automation systems. 

Responsibilities

• Promote a safe and healthy work site environment, utilizing the control room and the data collected by the HMI and cameras.
• Collecting Information - Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources
• Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings - Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
• Provide site wide emergency management (releasing stench gas, contacting management team, notifying appropriate emergency agencies and mobilizing emergency equipment)
• Manage warning alarms generated by various monitoring systems and notify the responsible parties
• Effectively manage the ventilation on demand (VOD) system, including all gas clearing requirements.
• Ensure procedures and policies are followed during all blasting activities (underground tag board monitoring, starting/shutting down of fans, opening/closing of ventilation controls)
• Coordinate return to work following gas clearing, workplace closures and emergency shut downs
• Operate cement rock fill (CRF) plant through automation and coordinate with underground operators to ensure safe placement of material
• Track the mobile equipment fleet location and status using Imagine Software.
• Maintain records for the control room, utilize the data to analyze various systems and promote continuous mine improvement.

Training and Education

• College Diploma in mining or mineral technology
• Mine Supervisory experience
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in the underground mining sector
• Underground Common Core
• Exceptional computer skills

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.