Longhole Driller

Snow Lake, MB
On-site
Posted Oct 3, 2026
1 position

$42 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Mid-level · 2+ years
Apply by: Jan 1, 2027
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Longhole Driller is responsible for drilling and blasting production holes at the Lalor Mine. They will operate air or electric hydraulic long hole drills to support underground mining operations.

Job details

Exciting job opportunities. Bold lifestyle adventures. A culture of collaboration. Interested? Let’s talk. Who we are: Hudbay is a Canadian integrated mining company with operations, development properties and exploration activities across the Americas principally focused on the discovery, production and marketing of base and precious metals. The Opportunity: We are seeking Longhole Drillers for our Lalor Mine. Lalor Mine is a high-grade, producing underground mine located near Snow Lake, MB. It is a major, long-life operation primarily producing Zinc, Gold, Copper, Silver, with ore processed at the nearby Stall and New Britannia Mills. Responsibilities: To drill and blast production holes Operate air or electric hydraulic long hole drills Prerequisites: Experience operating electric hydraulic long hole drills, top hammer and ITH Experience blasting long hole stopes Schedule: The successful candidate will work 11.5hr shift on a 7/7 (Wednesdays-Tuesdays) schedule. Please note this is not a FIFO opportunity, employees are responsible for their own transportation to and from Snow Lake. To support you, we offer a fully equipped camp and a quarterly travel allowance.(some restrictions apply) Compensation: Base Earnings Hourly Rate: $41.54/hr Underground Bonus: Additional $15.00-$20.00/hr on average Shift Premiums: Weekend Premium: + $1.00/hr Night Shift Premium: + $0.63/hr Profit sharing 100% Employer funded Health Benefits Package starting day 1 of employment 100% Employer funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan Disability Insurance/Employee Assistance Program Fully equipped Camp Travel Allowance(some restrictions apply) Transportation provided to and from site Hudbay is dedicated to providing equitable employment opportunities and encourages applicants of all experience levels to apply. Hudbay takes great pride in its robust Disability Management and Accessibility Program. At Hudbay, we prioritize creating an inclusive workplace environment where everyone can thrive. We firmly believe in providing equal opportunities for all, which is why we actively encourage prospective employees to disclose any accommodation requirements they may have. Whether it's for accessibility needs or other accommodations, we welcome open communication and assure confidentiality and respect throughout the process. By fostering an environment of respect and support, we strive to ensure that every member of our team can contribute their best. If you require assistance in applying, please reach out to your local Career/Employment centre, or click here for a list of resources: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cyC22dNGogqr6a8eJpvjEjZm6AmMVEmW/view?usp=sharing

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates must have experience operating electric hydraulic long hole drills, including top hammer and ITH equipment. Previous experience blasting long hole stopes is also required.