- 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!
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.
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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!
We are looking to hire an Exploration and Geology Manager to join our Exploration team in Timmins, ON., on a full-time basis. The schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, 8 hrs/day or 4 on, 3 off, 10hrs/day.
Compensation: This position offers a salary range of $160,000 - $180,000 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.
The role of the Geology Manager will be to coordinate activities on the Company’s mine and regional projects including research of exploration targets and development of schedules. You will direct mineral exploration programs, overseeing geological mapping, drilling, and data interpretation to identify and evaluate potential resources. You will define strategies, manage budgets and safety, and guide mine site and regional teams in exploration and modeling to support project development, oversee joint venture agreements and land management. You will work closely with the corporate office to help identify potential M&A targets and work closely with the chief mine geologists to support production geology performance and mine drilling programs. You will also work closely with the Projects and Operation teams to assist with various projects and budget preparation requirements, and any other duties as may be assigned.
Reporting to the Country Manager, the Exploration and Geology Manager will have the following responsibilities:
- Develop and oversee annual exploration strategies, budgets, and project timelines for both regional targets and mine sites.
- Lead the interpretation of geological, geochemical, and geophysical data to identify new exploration targets and refine 3D models.
- Manage diamond drilling, mapping, and sampling programs, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Prepare and review technical reports, lead the resource estimation team, and presentations for senior management and stakeholders.
- Mentor and manage geologists and staff, promoting a strong safety culture.
- Liaise with regulatory bodies, contractors, and local communities.
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:
- Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, or equivalent;
- 10–15+ years in mineral exploration or mining, with at least 5 years in a supervisory or management role.
- Registered as a Professional Geoscientist (P.Geo.).
- Proficiency in 3D modeling software (e.g., Leapfrog, Datamine), GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS), and database systems.
- Strong leadership, project management, and communication skills
Overall, you are a motivated team player who demonstrates compliance with all health and safety regulations.
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)
- Relocation assistance (for eligible candidates)
- 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 paid vacation
- Paid pregnancy and parental leave
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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