Job Description

Discovery is an Americas-focused precious metals company with a diversified portfolio. Our Mission is to deliver sustainable value for all stakeholders by operating in a safe and responsible manner and having a positive impact on local communities.
Located in and around the City of Timmins, Ontario, Porcupine has two underground and one open pit mines. A continuous operation for over 100 years that provides a great work-life balance. Employees from diverse backgrounds are empowered through engagement, involvement, and growth opportunities in the workplace.
Location
Timmins, Ontario
Schedule
5x2
Purpose
Mine Engineers in Training supports the planning, design, and safe operation of mines. Responsibilities include optimizing mining production, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and cost management. Tasks involve minor project management, data analysis, and effective equipment utilization.
Responsibilities
Mine Production/Cost Optimization

• Analyze data and prepare reports on mine production and efficiency
• Design and implement strategies to improve mine production processes
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure efficient and safe production
• Monitor and control mine operations to meet production targets and budgets
• Identify and champion opportunities to optimize mine performance (overbreak, advance rates, ventilation, pumping)

Production and Cost reporting

• Manage the Centric data base including the daily KPI reporting.
• Manage the monthly site production bonus process.
• Leads the site cost review process including the cost reclass work and cost variance explanation.
• Leads the monthly and quarterly production review process including the support required for the site monthly report and scorecard presentation.
• Supports the site forecast and budgeting process.

Engineering Support to Operations

• Review and support engineering work on projects identified by the engineering and operating groups. Examples are infrastructure, material handling, equipment replacement and selection and engineered safety on new installations/equipment.
• Identify and implement engineering projects to enhance safety and operational effectiveness as part of a continuous improvement strategy.
• Manage consultants and contractors on minor engineering projects.

Training and Education

• A Bachelor of Science in Mining Engineering or equivalent engineering degree.
• Minimum 3 years of mine operation and engineering experience.
• Basic experience in a leadership role.
• Be technically competent and have a good understanding of key business drivers for underground mining.
• Able to effectively create strategic relationships with engineering, operations and management personnel.
• Have strong communication and people skills.
• Able to effectively make presentations on U/G projects.
• Be focused, clear, and decisive.
• Able to impact and influence in order to gain the alignment of the engineering, project, geology and operation groups.
• Ability to effectively establish priorities to meet Hoyle's strategic goals.

Compensation and Benefits
Competitive total compensation package including:

• Health, Dental, Life, AD&D, Disability, Healthcare and Wellness Spending Accounts, Virtual Care and Employee and Family Assistance Program;
• Company contributions and matching into a Defined Contribution Pension Plan; and
• Annual total compensation of CAD$104,140 to CAD$128,644 (including annual bonus eligibility).

Deadline to Apply
February 09, 2026
Additional Information
This posting is for an existing vacancy at Discovery Silver.
We thank all candidates in advance. Please note, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Discovery Silver welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, including, but not limited to women, persons with disabilities, visible minorities (racialized), aboriginal (Indigenous) persons and persons of any gender identity and sexual orientation. Discovery is committed to a positive, supportive, and inclusive environment.
Please note that we use artificial intelligence tools to screen applications and assess qualifications and selected candidates will be contacted by a human for an interview.

Skills Required