Core Technician - Temporary

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:Hoyle Schedule:7x7 The Position Perform a variety of technical duties in assistance to exploration geologists. Safety & Sustainability Expectations Accountable for own health and safety performance. Maintain Triple Zero standards. Timely reporting, correction, of any unsafe working or environmental conditions. Ongoing IRS awareness. Conduct work site inspections. Ensures activities will not cause unsafe working situations to others or the environment. Key Responsibilities Orienting drill core to determine recoveries and/or discrepancies. Recording magnetic susceptibility readings and taking core photographs. Conduct numerous field activities such as DDH spotting, sample collection, etc. Receiving and unloading diamond drill core from drilling contractor. Timely organization and storage. Sawing, collecting samples, and taking density measurements. Insertion and recording of QA-QC standards and blanks. Maintain good housekeeping in work areas. Skills And Qualifications Secondary School Diploma Considerable accumulation of geologic knowledge, processes gained through long-term employment in the exploration industry. 1-2 years exploration/mining experience, preferably within gold exploration/mining environment. Physically fit, willing and able to work indoors and outdoors. Working knowledge of MS software applications such as excel, word. Leadership Experience – Nature & Length Communicates openly, honestly, in a timely manner. Workplace Conditions This is a site based position in Timmins, ON The expected duration is 12 months Additional Information Competitive total compensation package including: Annual total compensation of CAD$81,476 to CAD$100,647 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.

The role involves performing technical duties to assist exploration geologists, including orienting drill core and recording magnetic susceptibility. Key tasks include sample collection, core photography, and managing the receiving and storage of diamond drill core.

Candidates must have a secondary school diploma and 1-2 years of exploration or mining experience, preferably in gold mining. Physical fitness for indoor and outdoor work and proficiency in MS Office applications are required.

• Microsoft ExcelPreferred
• Microsoft WordPreferred

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• Drill Core Orientation
• Magnetic Susceptibility Reading
• Core Photography
• DDH Spotting
• Sample Collection
• Diamond Drill Core Handling
• Core Sawing
• Density Measurement
• QA-QC Standards
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Word
• Geologic Knowledge

• Science & Research
• Engineering
• Trades
• Environmental & Sustainability

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Sep 5, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Entry level