Cage Tender

Timmins, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 9, 2026
1 position

$33–$44 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Operate the mine cage safely to transport workers, materials, and explosives underground, while planning movements to minimize delays. Operate rock breaker and loading pocket systems, assist with rope and conveyance maintenance, inspect and help repair the mine shaft, and maintain good housekeeping and safety practices.

Job details

Excellent opportunity to continue your career with an established industry leader Receive a competitive salary and a wide host of benefits Develop yourself professionally and contribute to a growing organization! About the Organization Lake Shore Gold, a subsidiary of Pan American Silver, is located in Timmins, Ontario. The Timmins West mine is located approximately 18 kilometers 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. The Bell Creek Complex located approximately 20 kilometers northeast of Timmins, Ontario, consists of an underground mine and processing facility. Mineralization is associated with the Porcupine-Destor fault system within the Abitibi greenstone belt, with ore mined by narrow vein longhole stoping methods. Ore is then transported to surface via a modern one thousand eighty metre deep shaft capable of forty-eight hundred tonnes per day. For more information, please visit our website. About Timmins, Ontario Timmins is a vibrant community of 45,000 residents that is a central hub for Northeastern Ontario. 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, and more! About The Opportunity We are looking to hire a Cage Tender to join our team at the Bell Creek Mine in Porcupine, ON., on a full-time basis. The schedule is 5-5-4, 12 hr shifts. The role of the Cage Tender requires to operate the Cage safely to convey workers, material, and explosives underground. The ideal candidate must have well-developed planning skills in order to reduce the amount of lost time when transporting workers and materials. You must be able to operate the Rock Breaker and Loading Pocket systems, assist in performing rope and conveyance maintenance and inspect and assist in performing mine shaft repairs including timber and rock repairs. Compensation: This position offers a base salary range of $32.95 - $43.50 hourly, based on qualifications and experience. Vacancy Status: This is an existing vacancy. The successful candidate may begin as soon as possible. Please note that this role requires relocation to the Timmins area and is not a camp-based position. More About You While our ideal candidate has the following qualifications, we welcome applicants who may not meet every criterion to apply. Experience operating rock breakers and loading pocket systems Previous experience is considered an asset High level of safety-consciousness Well-developed planning skills to reduce timeframes of transporting workers Practice good housekeeping Be committed to safety Basic UG Hard Rock Common Core is required Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada Overall, you are a motivated team player who demonstrates compliance with all health and safety regulations. About The Benefits In return for your hard work and dedication you can expect to receive a competitive hourly salary, as well as the following benefits: Mine Performance Plan Incentive (bonus) Company-paid extended medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits Wellness Spending Account Health Care Spending Account Company-paid pension plan with 8% company contribution Basic life/accidental life insurance Long-term disability coverage Employee Assistance Program Telemedicine Virtual Primary Care via Dialogue Competitive Paid Vacation Entitlements Paid pregnancy and parental leave Perfect Attendance Rewards Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to take the next step toward your career goals with an industry leader - apply now! To express your interest in this position please forward your resume to: Lake Shore Gold - Human Resources P.O. Box 1067 Timmins ON P4N 7H9 Email: HR@ca.panamericansilver.com Fax 705-269-4936 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. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Basic Underground Hard Rock Common Core is required, and applicants must be eligible to work in Canada. Experience with rock breakers and loading pocket systems is sought, while previous experience is an asset; candidates should also demonstrate strong safety awareness, planning ability, and teamwork.