Posted 11 months ago
Underground Miners - Future Opportunities
@ Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd
Wawa, Ontario
Overview
Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd is hiring permanent, full-time underground miners for its Eagle River Mine near Wawa, Ontario, for roles such as haul truck operator, scoop operator, bolter, jumbo operator and development miner. Work is on 10-hour shifts on a 10/11 rotation, with the team living in a remote camp. Pay is market competitive, plus an annual performance bonus and comprehensive benefits.
Responsibilities:
- Operate underground mobile equipment and hand-held tools
- Install ground support and follow ground control procedures
- Drill, blast, muck and haul material as assigned
- Conduct pre-operational equipment inspections and report deficiencies
- Maintain a clean and organized underground work area
Requirements summary:
- Valid common core modules for underground mining
- Valid driver's licence
- Ability to safely operate underground mining equipment
- Strong underground safety knowledge
- Physically capable of manual labour underground
- Willingness to work rotating shifts in a remote camp
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · adp
- Employer posting date
- 2025-12-16
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-23
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-07
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Job details
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, evening, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Common core modules for underground mining |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Encouraged to apply | Indigenous peoples |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Tuition support, Performance bonus, Wellness, Paid training, Home office allowance |
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Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd
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Building Canada's Next Intermediate Gold Producer
Full company description
Wesdome Gold Mines has had over 30 years of continuous gold mining operations in Canada. The Company is 100% Canadian focused with a pipeline of projects in various stages of development. The Company’s strategy is to build Canada’s next intermediate gold producer, producing 200,000+ ounces from two mines in Ontario and Quebec. The Eagle River Complex in Wawa, Ontario is currently producing gold from two mines, the Eagle River Underground Mine and the Mishi Open pit, from a central mill. Wesdome is actively exploring its brownfields asset, the Kiena Complex in Val d’Or, Quebec. The Kiena Complex is a fully permitted former mine with a 930-metre shaft and 2,000 tonne-per-day mill. The Company has further upside at its Moss Lake gold deposit, located 100 kilometres west of Thunder Bay, Ontario. The Company has approximately 138.9 million shares issued and outstanding and trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol “WDO”.
- LinkedIn followers
- 27,821
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 426
- Reported office locations
- 220 Bay Street, Suite 1200, Toronto, Ontario M5J2W4, CA
- 950 chemin Kienawisik, C.P. 268, Val d’Or, Québec J9P 4P3, CA
- 93 Mission Road, PO Box 1520, Wawa, Ontario P0S 1K0, CA
- Business categories
- Mining
- Precious Metals
- Other recorded names
- Wesdome Gold Mines Ltd
- Wesdome Gold Mines
- Specialties
- Assaying
- Project Development
- and Exploration
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 263,803,030
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Wesdome Gold Mines has had over 30 years of continuous gold mining operations in Canada. The Company is 100% Canadian focused with a pipeline of projects in various stages of development. The Company’s strategy is to build Canada’s next intermediate gold producer, producing 200,000+ ounces from two mines in Ontario and Quebec. The Eagle River Complex in Wawa, Ontario is currently producing gold from two mines, the…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Mining |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
| Organization type | Public Company |
| Year founded | 1987 |
| Specialties | AssayingProject Developmentand Exploration |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 26 |
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Underground Miners – Future Opportunities
Eagle River Mine, ON (Mine Site)
Company Information
Wesdome is a Canadian-focused gold producer with two high-grade underground assets, the Eagle River mine in Ontario and the Kiena mine in Québec. The Company’s primary goal is to responsibly leverage its operating platform and high-quality brownfield and greenfield exploration pipeline to build a growing value-driven gold producer.
The Eagle River Mine site has a tight-knit team where everyone knows each other and there is a strong sense of camaraderie and mutual support. It is a hands-on, fast paced environment where work feels impactful and you can see the results of your contributions quickly. There are many long-tenured employees and a lot of site pride.
The mine is located a short drive from Wawa, deep in the forest where it is scenic and quiet. It is a real ‘boots on the ground’ setting. Team members reside in a camp environment and typically work on rotations, depending on the position. The camp offers excellent food, a sauna/gym, recreational room and the opportunity to stay connected with family and friends.
See below for a summary of Wesdome’s comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.
About the Opportunity
Wesdome Gold Mines is always looking to connect with skilled and motivated Underground Miners for future opportunities at our mine site in our underground operations. If you are passionate about safe, productive mining and enjoy working in a team-oriented, remote camp environment, we encourage you to apply.
Opportunities may include:
- Haul Truck Operator
- Boom Truck Operator
- Water Management
- Construction Miner
- Scoop Operator
- Remote Scoop Operator
- Longhole Driller
- Bolter
- Jumbo Operator
- Development Miner
About YOU – You Belong Here!
You’re safety-driven, hands-on, and take pride in doing the job right—every shift, every task. You thrive in an underground environment where teamwork, accountability, and clear communication are essential. Whether you’re operating equipment, installing ground support, or supporting development and production activities, you understand how your role contributes to the success of the crew and the mine.
Position Responsibilities, Accountabilities and Job Duties
Responsibilities will vary depending on the role, but may include:
- Performing underground mining activities in a safe and efficient manner
- Operating underground mobile equipment and/or hand-held tools as required
- Installing ground support and following ground control procedures
- Drilling, blasting, mucking, and hauling material as assigned
- Completing development and/or production tasks according to mine plans
- Conducting pre-operational equipment inspections and reporting deficiencies
- Maintaining a clean and organized work area underground
- Complying with all company policies, procedures, and applicable health, safety, and environmental regulations
Qualifications and Experience
- Previous underground mining experience in one or more of the listed roles is considered an asset
- Valid common core modules for underground mining
- Valid Driver’s License
- Ability to safely operate underground mining equipment relevant to the role
- Strong understanding of underground safety practices and procedures
- Physically capable of performing manual labor in an underground environment
- Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team
- Willingness to work rotating shifts in a remote camp environment
Working Conditions / Schedule
Location: Eagle River Mine, near Wawa, ON
Shift / Hours of Work: 10-hour shifts
Schedule / Rotation: 10/11
Type of Hire: Permanent, full-time
Existing vacancy: No
Travel: Must be able to get to/from site
Other Information:
To learn more and for additional details about “Why Work with Us” and “Life at Wesdome”, please visit www.wesdome.com > People and Careers.
About our Total Compensation Package
Our total compensation package is more than just a great salary. We have established a comprehensive program that takes care of both you and your family that includes:
Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits Package includes:
- Market competitive base pay / salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications
- Annual performance-based bonus opportunity
- Access to comprehensive extended health and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents beginning on day 1 of employment (short-term disability coverage begins after 3 months)
- Healthcare spending account
- Wellness benefit as an annual incentive
- RRSP matching
- Training, development and education supports
- Travel allowances
PLUS…
- Programs to support the long-term well being of our team members (i.e. Employee Assistance Program)
- Mental Health Awareness Month
- Family Day & Annual Holiday events
- Local community partnerships
Apply Online at Wesdome.com > People & Careers > Join our Team
Wesdome prides itself on being an equal-opportunity employer committed to responsible mining practices and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or Aboriginal status.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Wesdome uses artificial intelligence (AI) supported technology as part of its recruitment, screening and evaluation processes that are performed by real people.
Wesdome is committed to accessibility for people with disabilities. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodations, please contact us at [email protected]
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (the “Act”), Wesdome is committed to hosting and maintaining an accessible environment.
To be eligible for this position, you must be legally permitted to work in Canada without any additional sponsorship support from Wesdome.
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