Mine Planner

Hays Recruitment in proud partnership with Hemlo Mining Corp.

The Hemlo Mine (“Hemlo”) is a long-life, fully integrated gold mining operation located approximately 35 km east of the town of Marathon in Northwestern Ontario, Canada, along the Trans Canada Highway and just north of Lake Superior. With more than a decade of reserves and significant exploration upside along the proven Hemlo greenstone belt, Hemlo Mining Corp. is positioned to unlock the next chapter of growth at one of Canada’s premier gold districts.

The site continues to evolve through ongoing investment in exploration and modernization, creating new opportunities across technical and skilled roles. Now is an exciting time to join the Hemlo team and be part of a globally connected workforce driving the next phase of growth.

As a member of the Mine Planning team, the successful candidate will report to the Senior Production Engineer and work a rotational roster of either 7:7 or 14:14, 12 hour shifts. This role will require an individual who is safety driven and safety conscious, and capable of working with a diverse team of technical services staff, underground operations personnel, production geologists, and other stakeholders.

The successful candidate will need to be highly motivated and have a proven commitment to workplace safety and leadership. They will have the opportunity to gain experience, and grow their career in the following areas:

• Production planning (drill, blast, backfill)
• Ventilation
• Survey
• Projects
• Short-term and mid-term scheduling

• Proven commitment to workplace safety.
• Ensure effectiveness and safe productivity of the mine.
• Work collaboratively with mine production and geology departments and assist other functional areas to achieve their objectives.
• Facilitate conceptual meetings for mine design.
• Collaborate with various departments to ensure practicality of designs.
• Optimize ore recovery through safe and efficient mining.
• Develop a good understanding of the underground operating conditions, in order to provide safe and reasonable recommendations regarding mine planning inputs.
• Visit underground active mining areas on a regular basis.
• Assist with updating mine planning standards and procedures.
• Assist with special projects that arise as required.

• Mining Engineering Technician Diploma, Mine Engineering Degree, or equivalent experience preferred.
• Minimum of 1–3 years’ experience in an underground mining environment, preferably in ventilation or technical services.
• Knowledge of underground ventilation systems, airflow measurement, and gas detection equipment.
• Familiarity with Deswik and Ventsim, or other ventilation modeling software considered an asset.
• Strong understanding of underground mining operations and environmental controls.
• Ability to work independently underground with minimal supervision.
• Physically capable of working in varied underground conditions, walking significant grades, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) for data entry and report generation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear and concise reports.
• Detail-oriented, safety-focused, and highly organized
• Valid Class G driver’s licence required; ability to operate a manual vehicle considered an asset.

• Relocation & housing assistance available for all roles
• Flexible rotation options (4x3, 7x7, 14x14) to support strong work-life integration
• FIFO/DIDO from anywhere! Thunder Bay airport provides ease and convenience with the connection to most national flights.
• Shuttles provided to & from the airport/camp/site
• Full camp accommodations for both FIFO and DIDO workers
• 100% employer-paid benefits including health, dental, vision, and paramedical coverage
• Scholarships and educational assistance for dependents of Hemlo employees
• Above-market wages and salaries, with bonus programs and pension contributions for all roles
• Clear opportunities for career progression and internal mobility
• Direct access to senior leadership and on-site mentorship