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
The Recruiter is responsible executing recruitment strategies to attract, hire, and retain skilled professionals, tradespeople, and operational staff within a high-volume environment. This role focuses on building a robust talent pipeline to meet fluctuating workforce demands driven by projects, production targets, and business growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for a high volume of roles, including skilled trades, technical specialists, engineers, operators, and administrative staff

• Source candidates through multiple channels (job boards, social media, trade schools, job fairs, community programs etc).

• Implement workforce attraction initiatives to support operational needs

• Ensure all recruitment activities comply with employment laws, collective agreements, and company policies.

• Maintain accurate recruitment metrics, applicant tracking, and reporting through HRIS or ATS systems.

• Manage background checks, pre-employment medicals, and onboarding logistics for large cohorts of new hires.

• Promote the company as an employer of choice in heavy industry sectors through branding campaigns, partnerships, and community engagement.

• Deliver a consistent and positive candidate experience at every stage of the recruitment process.

• Build strong relationships with hiring managers to understand operational needs and ensure timely talent delivery.

• Liaise with external recruitment agencies, training institutions, and labor hire providers to ensure workforce availability.

Training and Education
 

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• 3–5+ years of recruitment experience, preferably within heavy industry, manufacturing, or high-volume environments.

• Proven experience managing end-to-end recruitment for trade, technical, and administrative roles

• Proficiency in ATS/HRIS systems and sourcing tools (LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed etc)

• Experience in unionized environments

• Knowledge of safety and compliance requirements for industrial roles.

• Familiarity with apprenticeship or trainee program management.

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.