Metallurgical Technician

Artemis Gold - Blackwater Project; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A gold development company is seeking a Metallurgical Technician for their operations in British Columbia. This permanent position involves conducting metallurgical tests and supporting plant operations, including reagent management and data entry. Candidates should have a high school diploma, a valid driver’s license, and strong mechanical aptitude. Benefits include paid time off, RRSP matching, and comprehensive health insurance. The role requires working in a remote location on a 2 weeks on/2 weeks off rotation.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

RRSP Matching

Extended Health, Dental & Vision Care

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Programs

Qualifications

• Valid 5 driver's license required.
• Hands-on laboratory or plant experience in metallurgy is an asset.
• Proficiency in computer applications for data entry, analysis, and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bottle roll leach tests for metallurgical monitoring.
• Conduct routine carbon activity and scale testing.
• Assist in the commissioning and setup of the metallurgical laboratory.

Skills

Ability to operate testing equipment

Good problem-solving skills

Effective communication skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Cyanide safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent with Chemistry 12, Pre-Calculus 12, Physics 11 or 12

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Overview

Artemis Gold is a well-financed, growth-oriented gold development company with strong financials aimed at creating shareholder value through the identification, acquisition, and development of gold properties in mining friendly jurisdictions. The Company's current focus is the Blackwater Mine in central British Columbia approximately 160km southwest of Prince George and 450km northeast of Vancouver. The first gold and silver pour at Blackwater was achieved in 2025 and commercial production was declared on May 1, 2025. Artemis Gold trades on TSX-V under the symbol ARTG.For more information visit www.artemisgoldinc.com.

Reporting to the Chief Metallurgist, the Metallurgical Technician is responsible for monitoring reagents and conducting test work related to processing plant operations. The Metallurgical Technician ensures that all metallurgical testing is conducted safely, accurately, and in line with company procedures.

Location: Blackwater Mine site

Schedule: Two (2) Weeks On – Two (2) Weeks Off Rotation

Employment Type: Permanent

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bottle roll leach tests to support metallurgical monitoring.
• Conduct routine carbon activity and scale testing.
• Complete wet and dry sizing analyses.
• Carry out weekly cyclone surveys.
• Perform weekly gold in circuit surveys.
• Assist with reagent management and perform stock takes.
• Prepare and manage reagents for online cyanide analyzers.
• Maintain sampling equipment and online sample stations.
• Support monthly sample compositing and analysis under metallurgists’ direction.
• Assist in metallurgical test programs and projects as guided by metallurgists.
• Assist the plant metallurgist with data entry of operational data for plant performance tracking.
• Help oversee day-to-day operations of the metallurgical laboratory.
• Support the development, review, and implementation of SOPs for test work.
• Participate in the commissioning and setup of the metallurgical laboratory.Perform calibration and maintenance of probes and meters (in collaboration with the instrumentation team if required).

Qualifications

• Valid 5 driver’s license.
• Standard First Aid, WHMIS, or other safety certifications (or willingness to obtain).
• High school diploma or equivalent, including Chemistry 12, Pre-Calculus 12, and Physics 11 or 12.
• Hands-on laboratory or plant experience in metallurgy, mineral processing, or materials testing considered an asset.
• Knowledge of metallurgical processes such as crushing, grinding, flotation, leaching, smelting, or refining preferred, but not necessary.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain testing equipment.
• Cyanide safety awareness and related hazards analysis/identification is an asset.
• Proficiency in computer applications for data entry, analysis, and reporting (MS Office)
• Good problem-solving skills and attention to detail in sample preparation, testing, and data analysis.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work at a remote location camp on a 2 weeks on/2 weeks off rotation.
• Comfortable working and living in close quarters with the team.
• Ability to maintain high levels of performance over 12-hour shift.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50lbs throughout a work shift.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• RRSP Matching
• Extended Health, Dental & Vision Care
• Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Programs

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, religion, national origin, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, or any other basis protected by law. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples. Members of Indigenous communities should clearly identify their status on their resume.