Longhole Driller

Expired

Timmins, ON
On-site
Posted Sep 11, 2026
1 position

$55 / hour

Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: High school
Apply by: Oct 10, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

This job has expired

This position at Discovery Mining Ltd is no longer accepting applications. The original posting remains below for reference.

Expired Oct 7, 2026

Original job posting

Operate mechanized longhole drills to create production holes for mining stopes between levels. Ensure the underground mine operates according to company and government safety and operational standards.

Job details

Title: Longhole Driller ID: 676 Location Schedule 5x5x4 Hourly Rate: $55.49 Dimensions The Longhole Driller reports to the Underground Supervisor at the Hoyle Pond site to ensure the underground mine operates according to company, federal, provincial and municipal standards. Purpose Operate mechanized longhole drill to production holes for mining stopes between levels. The longhole driller will have the ability to prepare their workplace headings to standard. Safety & Sustainability Expectations Is responsible for their health and safety as well as others Will correct or report unsafe practices or conditions. Maintains a safe and healthy place to work. Make suggestions to improve any aspect of safety and will correct issues wherever possible. Will understand and follow company policies and procedures Learns and follows the safety rules and procedures for safe performance of the job. Essential Job Duties Must be able to operate mechanized longhole drill Ability to be trained on tele-op longhole drilling from surface in between shifts Must be able to setup and install casing for down holes Must be able to read, understand and follow prints Must be able to setup the workplace in a safe and productive fashion Other work as assigned by supervisor Education, Training & Experience High School Diploma Basic Underground Common Core (U0000, U0001, U0002 and U0012) U0004 Drill Rock U0006 Blast Rock U0011 Extend Services U0013 Operate Lifting Mechanism(s) U0014 Forklift Operation U0024 Operate Utility Vehicle U0028 Operate Scissor Lift U0080 Install and Maintain Underground Pipe System U0082 Install and Maintain Underground Ventilation Equipment U0090 Operate Mechanized Long Hole Drill Fall arrest training Lifting Mechanisms Minimum of seven (7) years mining experience. Compensation And Benefits 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.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma, minimum of seven years of mining experience, and various underground common core certifications. Must be proficient in operating longhole drills and capable of being trained on surface tele-op systems.