Mechanic Apprentice
INTRO
Location: Detour Lake Mine
Rotation: 14 days in / 14 days off
Closing Date: August 17, 2025
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY
Based at the Detour Lake Mine site, we currently have an exciting opportunity for a Mechanic Apprentice to join our Mobile Maintenance team reporting to the Mine Maintenance Supervisor.
Detour Lake is the second largest gold producing mine in Canada with the largest gold reserves and substantial growth potential. The open pit mine is located in northeastern Ontario, approximately 300 kilometres northeast of Timmins and 185 kilometres by road northeast of Cochrane, within the northernmost Abitibi Greenstone Belt. The mine is situated in the area of the historic Detour Lake open pit/underground mine operated by Placer Dome which produced 1.8 million ounces of gold from 1983 to 1999. The Detour Lake operation has a mine life of approximately 22 years with an average gold production of 659,000 ounces per year.
Agnico Eagle Mines' Detour Lake Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Moose Cree First Nation, and Taykwa Tagamou Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of members from these Nations. Additionally, Agnico Eagle has entered into an agreement with the Métis Nation of Ontario, and therefore, we also prioritize citizens of the Métis Nation of Ontario. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Detour Lake Mine are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.
The Mechanic Apprentice will be responsible for aiding and assisting in the proper maintenance and repair, as well as performing preventative maintenance and operational safety inspections on all applicable equipment for the Detour Lake Mine.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assist technicians in the shop and field as directed;
- Ensure all instruments, tools and work area are maintained in an appropriate manner;
- Handle various instruments and tools, assisting in maintaining all applicable equipment;
- Assist in performing mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on all mining equipment;
- Use various tools including hydraulic power units, torque wrenches and hoists;
- Identify and report part requirements and supplies as required;
- Prepare electronic service reports and documentation in an accurate and timely manner;
- Attend technical training as requested to ensure progression towards a trade certificate of qualification;
- Maintain a safe, clean and efficient work area.
QUALIFICATIONS
Our ideal candidate has:
- Grade 12 high school diploma or GED;
- College Certificate and/or Diploma in a Motive Power Program required;
- Mechanically inclined with the aptitude and willingness to learn;
- Experience working in a mechanic helper or similar role preferred;
- Computer literate;
- Focused on self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills;
- Able to function in a rotation schedule in a remote camp location.
Does this sound like you? If so, we would love to hear from you.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?
Together, we are building a world-class gold mine and our success is determined by the hard work and dedication of our team. All of our team members are rewarded with a competitive benefits package and on-the-job perks, including:
- Competitive salary
- Relocation
- Travel Allowance
- Group benefits package
- Training and learning opportunities
Should you be the successful candidate for this role, you will be contacted by a member of our Human Resources Department to schedule an interview.