Development Miners

Timmins, ON
On-site
Posted Oct 8, 2026
1 position

$39–$49 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Apply by: Nov 5, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Operate single- or multiple-boom jumbo drills and lead a two-person crew in underground development headings, including extending grade and centerline, marking faces, and maintaining hanging-wall and foot-wall control. Perform development mining tasks such as mucking, truck loading, bolting, face preparation, installing services, and loading rounds while following site policies and safety procedures.

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 Development Miners (Jumbo Operators & Bolters) to join our team at the Timmins West Mine in Timmins, ON., and Bell Creek Mine in Porcupine, ON., on a full-time basis. The schedule is 5-5-4, 10 hr shifts rotating days and nights each week. In this position, you will be proficient in the use of single and/or multiple boom jumbo operation. You will be responsible to lead a 2 person crew in a development heading, extending grade and center line; marking the face for drilling and circling bootlegs; maintaining hanging wall and foot wall control in conjunction with the site Geologist; while ensuring proper policies and procedures are being followed. You must be capable of operating a jackleg and/or stopper. You will be knowledgeable in all aspects of mining operations such as Drift, Ramp, and Construction mining. You will be a self-motivated individual with excellent leadership and communication skills. You will have experience in mucking development rounds; loading trucks; Jumbo drill experience; bolting with Jackleg and/or Stoper; assisting with prepping the face for drilling; installing services in development headings and loading rounds. Please note that this role requires relocation to the Timmins area and is not a camp-based position. Position Details Compensation: This position offers a salary range of $38.70 - $48.90 hourly, based on qualifications and experience. Vacancy Status: This is an existing vacancy. The successful candidate may begin as soon as possible. More About You While our ideal candidate has the following qualifications, we welcome applicants who may not meet every criterion to apply. 5 to 10 years’ related mining experience Proven work experience in the safe operation of a Jumbo along with Specialty Common Core Modules Practice good housekeeping Be committed to safety Basic UG Hard Rock Common Core Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada As our ideal candidate, you are a motivated team player, and above all, you demonstrate 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 Sign-On Bonus for eligible positions Relocation Assistance for eligible positions 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

Applicants should have 5 to 10 years of related mining experience, proven safe jumbo operation experience, Specialty Common Core Modules, and Basic Underground Hard Rock Common Core. Candidates must be able to operate a jackleg and/or stopper, demonstrate good housekeeping and safety compliance, and be eligible to work in Canada.