Shift Assayer

New Gold Inc.; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A Canadian mining firm is seeking a Shift Assayer to join their team in Kamloops. The role involves quick and accurate data analysis in a modern lab environment. Candidates must have a relevant degree or diploma and be safety-conscious. The position offers a competitive salary between $60,000 and $75,000 and a comprehensive benefits package. Interested applicants should submit their resume before October 13, 2025.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Performance bonus plan

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a laboratory or 2-3 years with a diploma.
• Ability to lift up to 20kg and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Provide data ensuring efficient production for Mill and Mine.
• Perform instrumental analysis and quality control checks.
• Maintain and troubleshoot lab equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Diploma in Chemistry or Biochemistry

Tools

ICP-MS

Fire Assay techniques

Job description

Make an impact at Canada’s premier mining company.

When you advance your career at New Gold, you are joining a Canadian-focused intermediate gold mining company engaged in the operation, development and exploration of mineral properties. Our mission is to be a leading intermediate gold producer, driving responsible and profitable mining in a way that creates sustainable value for our employees, shareholders, the communities in which we live and work and our environment.

New Gold attracts and hires highly skilled individuals. By joining our team, you can look forward to:

• A stimulating values-based work environment
• A culture of collaboration and inclusion
• Inspiring colleagues and approachable leaders
• Career development opportunities
• A deeply rooted commitment to responsible mining, health and safety and community engagement
• A competitive total compensation program
• A comprehensive benefits package including a retirement savings plan

New Afton Mine

Situated 10 kilometers west of Kamloops, British Columbia, the New Afton Mine is an underground gold and copper producing site.

Kamloops is a city of 90,000 people, located 350 kilometers east of Vancouver. The area provides the opportunity to live and work in a vibrant community with its own university and within easy reach of world class ski resorts, championship golf courses, mountain biking trails, popular recreational lakes and award-winning vineyards.

About The Role

Schedule: 7 on, 7 off, 11 hour shifts, Wednesday to Tuesday

Position Reports To: Assay Lab Supervisor

Position Overview

The Shift Assayer is an integral part of the processing team providing data with a quick turnaround time that ensures efficient production for both the Mill and the Mine onsite. Our onsite lab contains cutting edge technology in automation and digestion within an extremely clean and safe environment. The successful incumbents must be able to work within a highly motivated team.

Key Responsibilities

• Dedication to safety, equipment care, and the environment
• Sample Preparation of Mill and Mine samples including our Automated System
• Instrumental Analysis of samples thru ICP-MS, AA, and classical methods such as Titrations and Fire Assay techniques
• Daily data review, quality control checks and reporting
• Maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (BSc) 1- 2 years experience in a laboratory; or
• Diploma in Chemistry, Biochemistry or closely related discipline with an emphasis in Analytical Chemistry and 2-3 years of experience in a laboratory.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 20kg.
• Possess strong interpersonal, communication, collaboration and problem-solving skills.
• Fire Assay and ICP-MS/AA experience preferred

Other Requirements

• Completion of pre-placement functional screen
• Provide proof of a valid Class 5 driver’s license
• Demonstrate eligibility to work in Canada
• Provide confirmation of valid educational requirements

Compensation

The anticipated salary for this position will be between $60,000 and $75,000. A comprehensive benefits program and performance bonus plan will also be provided. This is not a camp operation and therefore the successful candidate will be required to relocate to the Kamloops area or travel and accommodation will be the responsibility of the successful applicant.

Applicants can submit their resume and cover letter until 11:59pm on October 13, 2025.

Inclusion, Equal Opportunity, Accessibility

New Gold is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request.

We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process. New Gold does not accept resumes from employment placement agencies, head-hunters or recruitment suppliers that are not in a formal contractual arrangement with the Company. Any resume or other information received from a supplier not approved by New Gold will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered.