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
5x5x4

Purpose
Support production activities.
Responsibilities

• Ability to perform underground construction including timbering
• The installation and removal / replacement of air, water, sump and paste line services as required.
• Must be able to operate jackleg, stoper, underground mobile equipment including scissordecks, LHD equipment, and service vehicles
• Must be able to read and understand mining prints
• Clean and load longhole stopes
• Other duties as assigned by the Frontline Supervisor

Training and Education

• High School Diploma
• Underground Common Core Certificate
• Some construction specialty modules
• U0003 Set up Wooden Staging
• U0004 Drill Rock
• U0006 Blast Rock
• U0010 Muck with Load Haul Dump (LHD) Machine
• U0011 Extend Services
• U0024 Operate Utility Vehicle
• U0027 Operate Non-Mechanized Cable Bolter
• U0028 Operate Scissor Lift
• U0080 Install and Maintain Underground Pipe System
• U0082 Install and Maintain Underground Ventilation Equipment
• U0085b Construct Timber Installations
• Minimum of five (5) years mining experience, including 3 years in a construction role.
• Trained and licensed on mobile equipment

Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive total compensation package including:

• Health, Dental, Life, AD&D, Disability, Healthcare and Wellness Spending Accounts, Virtual Care and Employee and Family Assistance Program;
• Company contributions and matching into a Defined Contribution Pension Plan; and
• Discretionary Site Bonus Program;

Additional Information:
This posting is for an existing vacancy at Discovery Silver.
We thank all candidates in advance. Please note, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Discovery Silver welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), aboriginal (Indigenous) persons and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. Discovery is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment.
Please note that we use artificial intelligence tools to screen applications and assess qualifications and selected candidates will be contacted by a human for an interview.