Field Environmental Technician - Mining & Compliance

Socket.dev; Lynn Lake; On-site; CAD 62,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Alamos Gold Inc. is seeking an Environmental Technician to support in Lynn Lake, Manitoba, on a 15/13 rotation. You will collect and process air, water, and soil samples for compliance monitoring and assist in data management and reporting.

The role requires 2-5 years of mining-related environmental experience, knowledge of regulations, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and GPS-based field data collection. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies or Technical Environmental Diploma.
• 2-5 years of environmental and mining-related experience.
• Experience in environmental compliance monitoring in the mining industry.
• Knowledge of relevant environmental regulations, standards, and industry practices.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data management software.
• Experience with digital field data entry systems.
• Proficiency in navigational skills using maps, compasses, and GPS.
• Driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process air, water, soil etc. samples for compliance monitoring.
• Ship collected samples to offsite analytical laboratories, ensuring proper packaging and temperature control.
• Collect data from and program various data loggers.
• Perform light maintenance on sampling pumps, generators, and equipment.
• Operate field equipment for sample collection (e.g., pumps, controllers, pH meters, GPS equipment).
• Follow quality control and quality assurance protocols to monitoring programs.
• Maintain, repair, and calibrate monitoring and sample collection equipment.
• Carry out environmental data entry, review, and management.
• Participate in field investigations and inspections.
• Assist in analyzing field and analytical data to draft technical reports and communications.
• Respond to environmental incidents.
• Maintain equipment, including ATVs, snowmobiles, and boats.
• Support information gathering for regulatory reports and contribute to reclamation and closure processes

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Ability to work outdoors

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies

Technical Environmental Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Data management software

GPS

Job description

Alamos Gold Inc. is seeking an Environmental Technician to support in Lynn Lake, Manitoba, on a 15/13 rotation. You will collect and process air, water, and soil samples for compliance monitoring and assist in data management and reporting.

The role requires 2-5 years of mining-related environmental experience, knowledge of regulations, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and GPS-based field data collection. Valid driver's license and willingness to travel are essential.