Mine Survey Technician
Wesdome Gold Mines
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Wesdome Gold Mines is seeking a motivated Mine Survey Technician for the Eagle River Mine near Wawa, Ontario. The role focuses on underground survey layouts, control networks and data processing to support development, production, engineering and geology.
You will work with Engineering, Geology and Operations in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, ensuring accurate information for safe, efficient mine execution and continuous improvements to mine plans.
Qualifications
- Diploma or degree in Mine Engineering Technology, Surveying, Geomatics, Mining Engineering or related field.
- Underground mine surveying experience preferred.
- Proficiency with Desvik or comparable mine planning and survey software preferred.
- Experience using total stations and processing underground survey data preferred.
- Knowledge of underground mining methods and safe work practices.
Responsibilities
- Perform underground survey layouts and pickups for development, production and mine infrastructure.
- Establish, extend, verify and maintain the underground survey control network.
- Complete development as-builts and track advance and excavation against design.
- Conduct CMS, raise and other production surveys as required.
- Process survey data and maintain Deswik mine plans, drawings and spatial databases.
- Calculate development quantities, volumes and other survey measurements.
- Provide timely survey information to Engineering, Geology and Operations.
- Maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot survey equipment.
- Support drone/LiDAR scanning and other spatial-data collection where applicable.
- Prepare survey drawings, reports and records; ensure safety standards.
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Eagle River Mine, Near Wawa, ON (Mine Site)
Wesdome is a Canadian-focused gold producer with two high-grade underground assets, the Eagle River mine in Ontario and the Kiena mine in Québec. The Company’s primary goal is to responsibly leverage its operating platform and high-quality brownfield and greenfield exploration pipeline to build a growing value-driven gold producer.
Eagle River Mine, Near Wawa, ON (Mine Site)
Wesdome is a Canadian-focused gold producer with two high-grade underground assets, the Eagle River mine in Ontario and the Kiena mine in Québec. The Company’s primary goal is to responsibly leverage its operating platform and high-quality brownfield and greenfield exploration pipeline to build a growing value-driven gold producer.
The Eagle River Mine site has a tight-knit team where everyone knows each other and there is a strong sense of camaraderie and mutual support. It is a hands-on, fast paced environment where work feels impactful and you can see the results of your contributions quickly. There are many long-tenured employees and a lot of site pride.
The mine is located a short drive from Wawa, deep in the forest where it is scenic and quiet. It is a real ‘boots on the ground’ setting. Team members reside in a camp environment and typically work on rotations, depending on the position. The camp offers excellent food, a sauna/gym, recreational room and the opportunity to stay connected with family and friends.
See below for a summary of Wesdome’s comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Mine Survey Technician to join our Engineering team at Eagle River Mine. The primary focus of this position is to provide accurate and timely underground survey services in support of mine development, production, engineering and geology.
The Mine Survey Technician will perform underground survey layouts and pickups, maintain survey control, collect and process spatial data, update mine plans and support production and engineering activities. The position works closely with Engineering, Geology and Operations to ensure accurate information is available for safe and efficient mine execution.
You are a proactive, hands-on survey technician who is comfortable working underground and takes pride in producing accurate, dependable survey information. You understand underground mining practices, work safely and independently in the field, and communicate effectively with Engineering, Geology and Operations in a fast-paced production environment.
- Perform underground survey layouts and pickups for development, production and mine infrastructure
- Establish, extend, verify and maintain the underground survey control network
- Complete development as-builts and track advance and excavation against design
- Conduct stope, cavity monitoring survey (CMS), raise and other production surveys as required
- Process survey data and maintain accurate Deswik mine plans, drawings and spatial databases
- Calculate development quantities, stope volumes, excavation volumes and other survey measurements
- Provide timely survey information, markups and field support to Engineering, Geology and Operations
- Maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot total stations, scanners and other survey equipment
- Support drone, LiDAR, scanning and other spatial-data collection technologies where applicable
- Prepare survey drawings, reports and records; support other Engineering technical activities as required; and ensure all work complies with safety standards and company procedures
- Diploma or degree in Mine Engineering Technology, Surveying, Geomatics, Mining Engineering or a related field
- Underground mine surveying experience is preferred
- Proficiency with Deswik or comparable mine planning and survey software is preferred
- Experience using total stations and processing underground survey data is preferred
- Working knowledge of underground mining methods, survey control principles and safe work practices
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work in an underground environment and adapt to changing priorities
Location: Eagle River Mine, Near Wawa, ON
Shift / Hours of Work: 12-hours
Schedule / Rotation: 14/14
Type of Hire: Perm, Full-Time
Travel: Yes
To learn more and for additional details about “Why Work with Us” and “Life at Wesdome”, please visit www.wesdome.com > People and Careers.
Our total compensation package is more than just a great salary. We have established a comprehensive program that takes care of both you and your family that includes:
- Market competitive base pay / salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications
- Annual performance-based bonus opportunity
- Access to comprehensive extended health and dental coverage for employee and eligible dependents beginning on day 1 of employment (short-term disability coverage begins after 3 months)
- Healthcare spending account
- Wellness benefit as an annual incentive
- RRSP matching
- Training, development and education supports
- Travel allowances
- Programs to support the long-term well being of our team members (i.e. Employee Assistance Program)
- Mental Health Awareness Month
- Family Day & Annual Holiday events
- Local community partnerships
Wesdome prides itself on being an equal-opportunity employer committed to responsible mining practices and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or Aboriginal status.
We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for the position. However, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
Wesdome uses artificial intelligence (AI) supported technology as part of its recruitment, screening and evaluation processes that are performed by real people.
Wesdome is committed to accessibility for people with disabilities. We will work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the recruitment and selection process. If you require accommodations, please contact us at hr.resumes_corporate@wesdome.com.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (the “Act”), Wesdome is committed to hosting and maintaining an accessible environment.
To be eligible for this position, you must be legally permitted to work in Canada without any additional sponsorship support from Wesdome.
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