Environmental Technician Co-op Student NexGold

Lac Seul First Nation; Dryden; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Lac Seul First Nation offers a Co-op opportunity for an Environmental Technician at the Goliath Gold Complex. The role involves supporting environmental programs, conducting field sampling, and collaborating with on-site teams. This position allows students to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic work environment while promoting environmental sustainability.

Benefits

Attractive compensation package

Vacation pay flexibility

Company-provided housing

Roundtrip travel accommodation

Personal protective equipment

Training and career development

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a recognized co-op program.
• Taking a degree/diploma in an environmental or related field.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support environmental field programs at Goliath Gold Complex.
• Conduct field sampling programs following protocols.
• Analyze and manage environmental data to meet quality standards.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Initiative

Organizational Skills

Education

Enrolled in co-op program

Degree or diploma in environmental field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Date Posted: June 2, 2025
Reference #: 2025-05
Location: Goliath Gold Complex (Near Dryden, ON)
Position Status: Co-op / Fixed Term Contract
Work Arrangements: Site-based, field and in-office
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7am – 3pm CST
Number of Vacancies: 1
Work Term: Sept 1, 2025, to Dec 19, 2025 (with possibility of extension to an 8-month term)

Who We Are:

NexGold Mining Corp. is a gold-focused exploration and development company with assets in Canada. NexGold has two 100%-owned near-term gold projects, the Goliath Gold Complex in northwestern Ontario and the Goldboro Gold Project in Nova Scotia. The Goliath Gold Complex has received federal government permission to proceed on final authorizations and permits, following successful completion of the environmental assessment process. The Goldboro Gold Project, a significant growth project subject to a positive Feasibility Study, has received its environmental assessment approval from the Nova Scotia Minister of Environment and Climate Change; a significant regulatory milestone.

The Opportunity:

Based at Goliath Gold Complex office near Dryden, ON, we currently have an exciting opportunity for an Environmental Technician Co-op Student to join our NexGold team, reporting to the Manager of Environment & Regulatory Affairs or designate.

The Environmental Technician Co-op Student will support environmental field programs at the Goliath Gold Complex. This is an exciting opportunity to work with exploration teams onsite and support the continued development and establishment of environmental and regulatory programs. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to safety and excellence, while also applying foundational environmental management skills to the role, conducting field sampling programs following protocols, including relevant data entry and reporting requirements in a timely manner. This opportunity requires supporting protocols to meet or exceed environmental performance standards and demonstrating a high degree of initiative and organizational skills in all weather conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate a commitment to safety and excellence;
• Work and communicate within a team environment towards well-defined objectives;
• Complete field sampling programs such as surface water quality sampling, groundwater quality sampling and stream flow measurements, and ensure all environmental protocols are observed, input into a variety of programs and reported on a timely basis;
• Support an understanding of environmental performance within the site team and promote a culture which meets or exceeds protocols;
• Advocate company performance internally as well as to our stakeholders, as required;
• Analyze, interpret, and manage environmental data to ensure quality standards are met;
• Aid in the preparation of internal and external environmental documents; and
• Additional responsibilities or tasks as reasonably assigned.

What You Bring:

Must-Haves

• Enrolled in a co-op program from a recognized college or university in Canada;
• Currently taking a degree or diploma in an applicable environmental or related field;
• Competent in using Microsoft Office and other communication and data entry platforms;
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• Strong communication and collaboration skills;
• High degree of initiative and organizational skills in all weather conditions;
• Capacity to work to tight deadlines with evolving priorities;
• Ability to handle a high level of confidentiality;
• Valid driver’s license equivalent to G2 or higher in Ontario; and
• Meets the eligibility criteria for grant program funding:
- Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident of Canada, or Protected Person under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act; and
-Legally entitled to work in Canada and according to relevant Ontario legislation and regulations.

Ideally

• Previous experience conducting work within a field-based environment; and
• Experience in a mining or industrial environment.

What We Offer:

• Attractive compensation package
• Vacation pay with flexibility to request time off during co-op term (subject to meeting post-secondary school requirements)
• Company-provided housing accommodations (for non-local employees)
• Company-provided roundtrip travel from personal residence to work site (for non-local employees)
• Company-provided personal protective equipment (work boots and socks)
• Training and career development opportunities

What You Can Expect:

Respect
We treat each other with respect and value each person’s unique contributions and perspectives.

Teamwork
We collaborate and hold each other accountable for our mutual success. We believe that nothing is worth doing if we cannot do it safely and we speak up if we have concern for ourselves or others.

Excellence
We are solution-focused and seek continuous improvement. Holding ourselves to the utmost safety, regulatory and ethical standards are non-negotiables.

Alignment
Leaders at NexGold are committed to bringing our people along in the journey. Employees are encouraged to ask questions and provide feedback, all while supported by an experienced management team. Let’s grow together.

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