Core Shack Lead: Drill Core Processing & QA/QC

Mackinnon Bruce International; Quebec; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Mackinnon Bruce International seeks an experienced Core Shack Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day operations of a core processing and logging facility in Quebec, supporting an active mining operation.

You will supervise core shack personnel, ensure proper handling, labeling, storage, and chain of custody, and collaborate with Exploration and Geology teams to uphold safety and data integrity. Strong leadership and QA/QC experience are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a core shack, field camp, or mineral exploration environment.
• Previous supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of diamond drill core handling, processing and sampling.
• Experience with core cutting, photography, labeling, sampling and storage.
• Knowledge of QA/QC and chain-of-custody procedures.
• French and English language skills preferred/required depending on site requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily activities of the core shack and coordinate workloads with drilling schedules.
• Manage receipt, handling, cutting, photography and storage of diamond drill core.
• Ensure core is properly labeled, organized and maintained throughout processing and sampling workflow.
• Coordinate core logging and sampling with Exploration Geologists and Geological Technicians.
• Maintain records of core movements, sample numbers, and chain of custody.
• Supervise, train and mentor core shack technicians and assistants.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental procedures.
• Identify opportunities to improve core processing and workflow efficiency.
• Support QA/QC procedures and ensure samples are prepared and dispatched per protocols.
• Assist with geological data collection and other exploration activities as required.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Core shack operations

QA/QC

Safety procedures

Team mentoring

Tools

Exploration software

Job description

Mackinnon Bruce International seeks an experienced Core Shack Supervisor to oversee the day-to-day operations of a core processing and logging facility in Quebec, supporting an active mining operation.

You will supervise core shack personnel, ensure proper handling, labeling, storage, and chain of custody, and collaborate with Exploration and Geology teams to uphold safety and data integrity. Strong leadership and QA/QC experience are essential.