Underground Beat Geologist

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.

About the Opportunity

We are looking to hire an Underground Beat Geologist to join our Timmins West Mine in Timmins, ON on a full-time basis. Please note that this role requires relocation to the Timmins area and is not a camp-based position. The schedule for this position is days only, 5-5-4, 11-hour shifts.

In this role, you will perform geology and grade control activities at the Timmins West Mine. The successful candidate must have a good knowledge of geology, mining methods, core logging, drill layout procedures, and associated safety practices. Must have experience with daily grade control functions that include mapping underground and sampling and providing directions to the Mining Department. You will be required to update underground samples and mapping databases and complete formal written reports and other tasks as requested. You may also assist with advanced underground drill programs.

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:

• University degree in Geoscience with current membership in the APGO - Professional Geologist (PGeo) or Geotechnician Diploma with commensurate experience
• 3 years’ experience in gold exploration or gold mine environment
• Experience with daily grade control functions
• Knowledge of drill layout procedures and underground safety practices
• Knowledge of 3D modeling software Datamine, Deswik, Deswik Mapper, and Leapfrog will be considered an asset
• Be committed to safety
• Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.

As our ideal candidate, you are a highly resourceful team player, with previous gold mining experience. 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 annual salary, as well as the following benefits:

• Mine Performance Plan Incentive (bonus)
• Flexible work schedules
• Company-paid extended medical, prescription, dental, and vision benefits
• Wellness Spending Account
• Company-paid pension plan with 8% company contribution
• Basic life/accidental life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program
• Three weeks of paid vacation
• Paid pregnancy and parental leave
• Relocation Assistance available 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:

Lakeshore Gold

Human Resources

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.

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