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
 To provide effective communication of the daily priorities and ensure these priorities are met by assisting the production supervisors in allocating resources as required.  To coordinate and ensure production targets are met as forecast, within budget and safety parameters.  To actively promote a healthy and safe work environment and ensure that the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Government Acts and Regulations and company policies and procedures are adhered to.  Liaise and collaborate with Engineering and Maintenance groups to achieve daily production targets. 
 

Responsibilities

Safety & Sustainability  

• Participates in a Safety Meeting monthly (minimum) 
• Practice and promote the Internal Responsibility System (IRS) 
• Ensure the Occupational Health and Safety Act, Government Acts and Regulations and Company policies and procedures are adhered to 
• Promote good housekeeping practices 
• Maintain daily call in sheets 

 
Production 

• Coordinate and ensure production targets are met as forecast, within budget and safety parameters 
• Assist in forecasting the production and development targets for the workplace 
• Assist in the development and implementation of policies and procedures as required by the underground 
• Ensure to correctly record all relevant information and data 
• Participate in all pre shift daily meetings 
• Fill out production templates and tracking sheets 
• Utilize HMI, Centric, Deswik OPS, and Microsoft Office Programs (i.e Excel) 
• Coordinate blast gas clearing operations at end of shift 
• Liaison between operations and maintenance departments for equipment breakdown calls 

Training and Education

• Minimum secondary school diploma, post secondary education in mining preferred, along with five (5) years’ of production mining experience. 
• Accreditation in the Underground Supervisory Common Core 
• Good understanding and working knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and regulations for Mines & Mining Plants, Underground mine rescue techniques, WHIMS and Loss Control Principles 
• Proficient computer literacy 
• Well-developed communication skills, (oral, written, presentation) 
• Minimum five (8-10) years production experience in all aspects of underground operations 
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills 
• Proven track record in personal safety and housekeeping practices 
• Work well in a team atmosphere 
• Computer skills to complete time entry, centric, work orders, materials management 
• Demonstrate good problem solving skills 
• Familiarity with the JH&SC and Safety and Loss Control 

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
• Annual total compensation of CAD$117,554 to CAD$145,214 (including annual bonus eligibility).

Application Deadline
February 04, 2026

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.