Assay Lab Technician (Contract)

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Skeena Gold + Silver Limited is a Canadian mining company with a portfolio of exploration and development projects located in northwest British Columbia, Canada. Our current focus is on the revitalization of the high-grade, past-producing Eskay Creek gold-silver mine. Skeena is committed to leading the industry in reconciliation, diversity, and inclusion and we work in close collaboration with our Indigenous partners, leveraging their traditional knowledge and respect for the land.

As a Skeena employee, you will become part of a dynamic, innovative, and results-driven work environment. Together, alongside colleagues of diverse backgrounds and experience you will help us operate safely, protect the environment, positively contribute to our local communities and build a state of the art mine in Canada. Come join our team to be a part of this amazing opportunity!

Job Title : Assay Lab Technician (Contract)

Reporting to the Superintendent – Assay Laboratory, Assay Lab Technicians will support operations in Sample Preparation, Fire Assay, Wet Chemistry, and Quality Management. Key responsibilities include sample preparation, assaying, instrumentation operation, quality analysis, quality management, and data reporting and submission.

This is a seasonal position with an anticipated employment term of approximately eight months, depending on workload and the construction season.

Responsibilities (including But Not Limited To)

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Follow all health and safety guidelines, policies, and regulations for both the Eskay Creek site and Assay Lab.
• Adhere to Assay Lab Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and permit regulatory requirements.
• Participate actively in safety meetings and toolbox talks, promoting a positive and safe work environment.
• Identify and address potential health and safety hazards, working proactively to mitigate risks.

Quality Assurance & Laboratory Standards

Laboratory Operations & Analysis

Collaboration & Additional Responsibilities

The Ideal Candidate

Education / Qualifications

Experience / Skills

Work Location & Conditions

This is a site-based camp job at Eskay Creek Mine site. This position involves working at a remote mine site on a 15 days on / 13 days off rotation.

The Eskay Creek Revitalization Project is located within the Coast Mountains of Northwestern British Columbia and Tahltan Territory. Ground transportation will be provided from local communities to the Eskay Creek Site facilities. For those applicants located elsewhere in western Canada, flight transportation from major urban centers will be provided to the Terrace or Smithers airports, from which shuttles will provide transportation to the Eskay Creek Camp facilities. Travel time and expenses are subject to Skeena’s Travel Policy.

There will be exposure to extreme temperatures in all seasons including working outdoors in snow, mud, ice, and water conditions, walking to and from different locations on uneven ground, prolonged periods of standing and physically handling / lifting / moving heavy objects.

All Applicants MUST be legally entitled to work in Canada. Priority hiring consideration will be given to Indigenous Nations members who reside within the territories our projects are located.

Compensation

The expected hourly range for this position is CA$25 / h - CA$45 / h, in line with the competitive job market for such roles carried out in British Columbia. Salary ranges are guidelines and any job offer received by a candidate will be determined on a number of factors such as relevant education, training, and / or experience.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.Seniority level

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