Mine Technician Trainee

Nutrien; Lanigan; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrien is seeking a Mine Technician in Saskatchewan, Canada to support ore sampling, borer alignment, and survey-related operations within a safety-conscious team. The role requires a technical school background and the ability to work both independently and with others in an underground environment.

The position emphasizes accurate measurements, proper equipment handling, and maintaining a clean, organized workspace while collaborating with supervisors and coworkers to ensure efficient

Qualifications

• Technical school graduate from a recognized Mine, Civil or Geomatics Technologist program.
• Able to work safely and responsibly.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Willing to learn survey-related operations and underground equipment.

Responsibilities

• Report unusual conditions, hazards or defects to supervisor.
• Operate and maintain Mine Technician equipment.
• Take ore and brine samples and track progress.
• Maintain housekeeping and tools in good repair.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Independent work

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

Mine/Civil/Geomatics Technologist program

Tools

Underground equipment operation

Job description

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose, Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities. We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien.

This position will be posted from September 14, 2026 - October 5, 2026.

What You'll Do:

• Report any unusual conditions, hazards or defects to supervisor
• Use and care for all Mine Technician equipment
• Responsible for borer alignment and measuring progress
• Take samples of ore and brine
• Familiar with ore body (geology and mark up)
• Mainain appropriate housekeeping and keep tools in a good state of repair

What You'll Bring:

• Must be a Technical school graduate from a recognized Mine, Civil, Geomatics Technologist course, or other relevant surveying course including Environmental Technologist course
• Able to perform duties in a safe and responsible manner
• Able to work in a neat, precise manner
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to interact positively with coworkers and supervisors
• Able and willing to learn the operations of all survey related functions
• Able to drive or willing to learn the operations of standard underground equipment

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

Please be advised that pre-screen interviews may be transcribed (there will be no audio or video recording) and that artificial intelligence tools may be used to summarize the transcript of the discussion. These tools will not be used to make or influence hiring decisions. Biometric identifiers and biometric information will not be captured. If you wish to request an alternative process or a reasonable accommodation, please contact the recruiter identified in this posting.