Geology Technician

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited; Dobie; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited is hiring a Geology Technician for the Upper Beaver Gold Project in Dobie, ON. You will collect underground samples, process drill core, and enter geological data while upholding safety and environmental standards.

You will work with geologists and contractors to meet project timelines, with a 40-hour week on the 4-3 or 5-2 schedule at the site. A Grade 12 diploma and safety-conscious mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum Grade 12 Diploma or GED; geological technician diploma is an asset.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• Experience handling and cutting drill core in mine or exploration settings or underground sampling.
• Strong communication, literacy and numeracy skills.
• Self-starter with ability to manage repetitive tasks with minimal supervision.
• Physically fit with ability to lift upwards of 55 lbs.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, health, and environmental best practices.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Collect underground chip and muck samples following safety procedures.
• Enter geological data and digitize face maps; assist with geology reports.
• Sample stockpiles and transport to the laboratory.
• Manage drill core handling and labelling.
• Bag and box core, pulps, and cuttings per procedures.
• Maintain clean work area and proper PPE usage.
• Operate forklift to move core skids and materials.
• Collaborate with geologists, contractors, and team members to meet schedules.
• Assist geologists with additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Literacy

Numeracy

Self-starter

Physical fitness

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Drill core experience

Teamwork

Education

Grade 12 or GED

Geological technician diploma (asset)

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Forklift operation

Job description

Please note that positions outside Quebec are posted in English. Positions available in Quebec are all posted in French, minimally.

Job Description - Geology Technician (UPP00088)

At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value you – your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

ABOUT OUR OPERATION

Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada's largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:

Reporting to the Geology General Supervisor, you will be part of the Geology Department. You will be responsible for collecting underground chip and muck samples, processing and sampling/cutting diamond drill core, and entering geological data. You will also ensure that goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct, and the environment.

Collect chip and muck samples underground following all company safety procedures;

Enter geological data such as muck tags and chip samples, digitize face maps, assist with geology reports and other geological data entry;

Sample stockpiles and transport samples to the laboratory;

Pickup drill core from headframe/drill site, open boxes and arrange in order while checking for block footage errors and proper labelling;

Bag cut core, whole core samples, or pulps in accordance with established procedures;

Palletize/dump logged and sampled core boxes;

Maintain good housekeeping at all times and ensure proper PPE and tools are used for all tasks;

Operate forklift as per proper training, moving core skids with core or samples and other materials;

Take part in storing pulps and rejects as required;

Work closely with geologists, contractors, and team members to ensure projects are executed safely, efficiently, and on schedule

Assist geologists as required with other tasks as assigned.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Minimum Grade 12 Diploma or GED/CAEC. A geological technician diploma is an asset;

Valid Driver’s License;

Previous experience involved with handling and cutting drill core in a mine or exploration setting or work underground collecting samples;

Good communication skills, literacy and numeracy skills;

Self starter with the ability to manage repetitive tasks with minimal supervision;

Physically fit with ability to lift upwards of 55 lbs;

Proven commitment to safety, healthand environmental best practices;

Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Suite applications, especially Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint.

Your Work Schedule

Schedule:40 hours per week, 4-3 or 5-2 schedule at our Upper Beaver Gold Project in Dobie, ON.

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