About Us
Lake Shore Gold is located in Timmins, Ontario, a vibrant community of 45,000 residents that is a central hub for Northeastern Ontario. In Timmins, people can enjoy recreational activities such as camping, world class fishing, nature, and snowmobile trails. Direct flights to Toronto are available at the local airport via multiple carriers. There are many support networks in the community including the local Timmins and District Hospital, local sports leagues for children and adults (hockey, baseball, basketball, etc.), golf courses, both cross country and downhill ski resorts, a community pool, and many other community events that provide entertainment throughout the year (fairs, carnivals, concerts, etc.).
The Timmins West mine is located approximately 18 kilometres west of Timmins, Ontario, one of the world’s most prolific gold camps. Mineralization is associated with the Porcupine-Destor fault system within the Abitibi greenstone belt. The Timmins West mine is comprised of the Timmins deposit, the Thunder Creek deposit, and the 144 Gap deposit. All three deposits are interconnected by underground drifts.
We are currently recruiting for: Construction Miner
Job Description
In this position, you will be responsible for bringing ground support to underground storages, build paste walls and install paste lines. You will be responsible for installation of shot crete walls, installations/maintenance of ventilation lines and fans, installation/maintenance of all underground pumps and pumping systems, monitor and maintain all pipe lines. You may also have to move, haul, or distribute latrine cassettes.
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive Wages
- Medical and Prescription Benefits
- Dental Plan
- Vision Coverage
- Wellness Spending Account
- Company Paid Pension Plan
- Basic Life/Accidental Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid Vacation
- Mine/Mill Performance Plan Incentives
- Perfect Attendance Rewards
- Paid Pregnancy and Parental Leave
Job Details
Location: Timmins West Mine, Timmins ON
5-5-4 rotation, 10 hour shifts – Days and Nights
Qualifications
- Previous experience is required
- Must be able to operate a jackleg and stopper
- Drilling experience with a blockhole drill would be an asset
- Experience with concrete work, installation of timbers and specialized ground support, forming, vent doors, walls, refuge stations, and welding would be considered an asset
- Practice good housekeeping
- Be committed to safety
- Basic UG Hard Rock Common Core is required
To express your interest in this position please forward your resume to:
Human Resources
Lake Shore Gold
Timmins West Mine
P.O. Box 1067
Timmins ON
P4N 7H9
Fax 705-269-4349
Lake Shore Gold is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and we believe that diversity and inclusion among our team members is critical to our success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and all aspects of employment including the decision to hire or promote will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business requirements.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care
- Wellness program
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
Supplemental pay types:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Timmins, ON P4N 1A4: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
