Sanajiksanut - Exploration Labourer (Fly-In Fly-Out)

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited; Nunavut; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodations provided

Meals provided

Charter flights to mine site

Job summary

A mining company in Nunavut seeks a Wildlife Monitor to ensure safety regarding wildlife encounters. The role requires proficiency in handling firearms and is open only to Inuit beneficiaries. Accommodations and meals are provided for employees on site during a 14-day work schedule.

Qualifications

• Possess a valid Firearms Acquisition Certificate (FAC).
• Experience as Bear or Wildlife Monitor.
• Position reserved for Inuit Beneficiary candidates.
• English communication skills essential.
• Position reserved for Inuit Beneficiary candidates.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety assessments regarding bear and wildlife for workers.
• Report any wildlife in the work area.
• Keep work space clean and hazard free.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Proficient handling Fire Arms

Ability to work under physically demanding conditions

Effective communication in English

Field safety

English communication

Job description

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: The objective of Sanajiksanut is to increase Inuit workforce in all of AEM’s Nunavut operations by contributing to the development of skills and competencies of the Inuit population in the Kivalliq region. The Sanajiksanut Process is composed of 4 steps: Employment Information Session, Online Application, Pre-employment Training, and Employment.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE: Please note that this position could be for a contractor

Reporting to different departments such as Exploration, Permitting or Construction (depending on the needs), you will support the team by ensuring safety when work is performed on the field. You will be responsible for:

• Provide safety assessments regarding bear and wildlife for workers on the field;
• Report any wildlife in the work area;
• Keep work space and general areas clean and hazard free;
• Other duties assigned by supervisor.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Possess a valid Firearms Acquisition Certificate (FAC);
• Proficient handling Fire Arms;
• Ability to work under physically demanding conditions;
• Experience as Bear or Wildlife Monitor;
• Ability to effectively communicate in English;
• Position reserved for Inuit Beneficiary candidates.

Note that the official working language at Meliadine and Meadowbank is English.

Your Work Schedule:
· Schedule: 14 days of work, followed by 14 days for transportation and rest;
· Accommodations and meals are provided on site at no cost to the employee. Agnico Eagle provides charter flights to and from the mine site from Kivalliq Communities, Mirabel & Val d'Or.