Lake Shore GoldVerified Job Source

Mill Operator

Timmins, ON
On-site
Posted Jul 6, 2026
1 position

$31–$44 / hour

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Apply by: Oct 8, 2026
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Safely and efficiently operate the crushing circuit to produce ore that meets the requirements of the grinding circuit. This includes monitoring equipment, performing inspections, and troubleshooting circuit failures.

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 Bell Creek Complex, located approximately 20 kilometers northeast of Timmins, 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 the surface via a modern 1080m deep shaft capable of 4800tpd. The milling facility is a conventional free milling gold circuit consisting of crushing, SAG milling, leaching, CIL and CIP, stripping and refining. The mill currently processes up to 232 tonnes per hour from two separate mines and disposes of its tailings via conventional end of pipe discharge. 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 Mill Operator to join our Bell Creek Mill in Porcupine, ON., on a full-time basis. The schedule for this position is 5-5-4 rotation, 12hours per shift. As the Operator of the Crushing Circuit, it is your responsibil-ity to Safely, Effectively, and Efficiently operate the circuit to produce -4” ore in sufficient quantity and quality to satisfy the Grinding Circuit requirements. Compensation: This position offers a salary range of $30.55 - $43.50 per hour, 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. The following will be critical to successfully performing this role: Become familiar with Regulations, Policies, Practices and Procedures that apply to the crushing circuit. Safety is of prime consideration. Inspect the workplace for potential safety prob-lems. Perform Rock Breaker (Remotely Operated), Crusher, Conveyor, Chute, Apron Feeder, Scalping Grizzly, Belt Magnets, Dust Collector and Sump Pump Inspections. Be familiar with all Crushing Start-up, Shutdown and Emergency Procedures. Communicate with cross shift in a courteous and professional manner. Operation of all equipment in the circuit and assist in the maintenance of the equipment. Monitor all aspects of the Crushing Circuit operation and make required adjustments. Troubleshoot the circuit equipment and report any defective or imminent failure to your supervisor. Fill out crane log book when used. Perform Pre-ops on all motorized equipment and vehicles. Be familiar with the Control Panel/Room and M.C.C. functions and inspections. Be familiar with and apply Lock Out & Confined Space Entry Procedures where and when required. Monitor conveyor tracking, condition of rollers idlers, belts, bearing temperatures, vibrations, noises smells, ETC. Complete operator's daily report and fill in logbook for the day’s operation. 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/ Mill 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: Human Resources Lake Shore Gold P.O. Box 1067 Timmins ON P4N 7H9 Email: [email protected] 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

Candidates must be eligible to work in Canada and be willing to relocate to the Timmins area. The role requires a motivated team player capable of following strict health and safety regulations and operating heavy industrial machinery.

Benefits

• Mine/Mill Performance Plan Incentive • Extended medical benefits • Prescription benefits • Dental benefits • Vision benefits • Wellness Spending Account • Health Care Spending Account • Company-paid pension plan • Basic life/accidental life insurance • Long-term disability coverage • Employee Assistance Program • Telemedicine • Virtual Primary Care via Dialogue • Paid Vacation Entitlements • Paid pregnancy and parental leave • Perfect Attendance Rewards