Assistant Technician, Laboratory

WSP in Canada; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Junior Laboratory Technician to join a dynamic team in Sudbury. This role offers the opportunity to engage in hands-on laboratory testing, including innovative assessments of materials' physical properties. You will prepare factual reports and participate in health and safety programs while working alongside a collaborative team. With a commitment to inclusion and a flexible work policy, this position provides a supportive environment for professional growth. Join a company dedicated to enhancing the world around you and making a positive impact in the mining industry.

Benefits

Flexible Work Policy

Comprehensive Benefits

Virtual Healthcare

Wellness Platform

Savings Programs

Qualifications

• Technician diploma in relevant fields preferred with eligibility for certification.
• Experience in laboratory testing and good computer skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct hands-on laboratory testing to assess materials' physical properties.
• Prepare reports on test results and assist with laboratory work as needed.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Flow Loop Testing

Rheological Characterization

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Computer Skills (Word, Excel)

Material Handling

Troubleshooting Laboratory Equipment

Education

Technician or Technology Diploma in Metallurgical / Mining or Chemical Engineering

Certified Engineering Technician/Technologist (eligibility)

Job description

The Opportunity:

WSP is currently seeking a motivated individual for a role as a Junior Laboratory Technician to join our Process Infrastructure and Design team on a full time basis, located at our Sudbury, Ontario office in Canada.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging.
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

Responsibilities

What you can expect to do here:

• Hands-on laboratory testing, encompassing routine, advanced and often innovative tests to assess the physical properties of materials;
• Performing flow loop testing, settling and filtration testing and rheological characterization;
• Preparing factual reports as required of test results;
• Participating in WSP’s Health & Safety program; and,
• Assisting with all aspects of laboratory work as required.

Qualifications

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Technician or Technology Diploma in Metallurgical / Mining or Chemical Engineering preferred;
• Current status as (or eligibility for) Certified Engineering Technician/Technologist;
• Experience in relevant laboratory testing preferred;
• Excellent computer skills, especially Word and Excel;
• Keen interest in working for mining industry or on mining projects;
• Familiarity with ASTM test procedures and material handling requirements;
• Familiarity with maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory test equipment;
• Good written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to work in a collegial environment;
• Willingness to travel; and,
• Be a team player with strong people skills.

About Us

WSP is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments.

We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future.

At WSP:

• We value our people and our reputation.
• We are locally dedicated with international scale.
• We are future focused and challenge the status quo.
• We foster collaboration in everything we do.
• We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable.

Please Note:

Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations.

Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).

WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.

WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY.