Senior IT Systems Administrator

About the Opportunity

We are looking to hire a Senior IT Systems Administrator to join our Timmins Operations 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: $100,000–$120,000 annually (based on qualifications and experience).

Location:

The role requires relocation to the Timmins area and is not a camp‑based position.

Reporting to the IT Superintendent, the Senior IT Systems Administrator will have the following responsibilities:

• Architect, implement, and maintain all server, network, and infrastructure systems across Timmins operations.
• Document all aspects of all systems (SOPs and Manuals) ensuring clarity, accessibility and usability for junior technicians and cross‑functional teams.
• Standardize all IT and systems conventions (Naming, format, deployments, documents) to promote consistency and team alignment.
• Act as the primary technical authority for IT infrastructure while clearly communicating standards and system design.
• Install, configure, and support hardware and software including servers, switches, firewalls, wireless infrastructure, VoIP systems, CCTV, and related technologies.
• Manage and optimize network infrastructure, including LAN, WAN, and site‑to‑site connectivity.
• Oversee and maintain the virtualization environment, ensuring performance, resilience, and scalability.
• Administer and support database systems, application servers, and mission‑critical operational systems.
• Design and maintain high‑availability, backup, disaster recovery, and cybersecurity controls.
• Monitor system performance, capacity, and health; proactively communicate risks and bottlenecks while providing solutions to relevant teams.
• Lead infrastructure‑related projects, upgrades, and technology refresh initiatives, ensuring effective coordination and communication across departments.
• Provide advanced troubleshooting and root‑cause analysis for complex infrastructure issues and outages.
• Set up and manage user accounts, access controls, servers, and workstations as required.
• Support, mentor and guide IT staff and vendors, fostering a collaborative and respectful working environment.
• Maintain explicit, up‑to‑date documentation, standards, and system diagrams for all infrastructure components.
• Perform and oversee backup and recovery procedures, validating data integrity and restore capability.
• Ensure systems align with operational, safety, and security requirements of mining and milling environments.
• Maintain inventory and lifecycle tracking for infrastructure assets and consumables.
• Continually develop skills and knowledge to remain current with evolving technologies and best practices.
• Provide technical assistance for IT and operational projects as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned from time to time.
• Collaborate closely with IT Technical teams at Corporate to ensure alignment, transparency and effective communication.
• Follow and promote IT Technical Controls (SOX, SOC1, SOC2, ISO
  27001, etc.).

• A diploma/degree from a recognized technical program in Computer Systems, Information Technology, or related field (preferred).
• Applicable IT certifications.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in IT infrastructure roles, with senior‑level responsibilities preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in server administration (physical and virtual), Windows AD, MS Entra , MS Intune and Autopilot, Azure Infrastructure Products, AWS.
• Linux administration (Red Hat, Ubuntu, Kali Linux).
• Network architecture and configuration with FS, Cisco, Unifi, Fortinet.
• Virtualization platforms (VMWare, Proxmox).
• Enterprise backup and disaster recovery (Druva).
• Cybersecurity fundamentals.
• Experience supporting industrial, operational, or mission‑critical environments.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work independently and as a team player.
• Proven ability to manage priorities and respond effectively in high‑availability environments.
• Motivated team player with compliance to all health and safety regulations.

• Mine Performance Plan Incentive (bonus).
• Relocat…