Technician, Environment (Fly-In Fly-Out)

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited; Baker Lake; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site accommodations

Meals provided

Charter flights

Job summary

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited, Meadowbank Complex, is seeking an Environment Technician to join the Environment Department. You will identify non-compliances, assist in environmental monitoring, and support health and safety initiatives on site.

The role requires 2–5 years field experience, a relevant environmental degree or diploma, and ability to work in cold, remote conditions. Accommodations and meals are provided, with charter flights arranged from your residence location.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or Technical Diploma in an environmental discipline or equivalent.
• 2–5 years of field experience, preferably in mining operations.
• Experience collecting environmental data (water, air, soil) and using MS Office.
• Experience with EQuIS or similar environmental data systems.

Responsibilities

• Identify non-compliances and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Carry out tasks to maintain regulatory environmental compliance and monitor data.
• Coordinate with laboratories for timely sample receipt and analysis.
• Maintain and calibrate environmental monitoring equipment; collect field data.

Skills

Field experience

Environmental sampling

MS Office proficient

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's Degree or Technical Diploma in environmental discipline

Mining operations experience preferred

Tools

EQuIS

Job description

Please note that positions outside Quebec are posted in English. Positions available in Quebec are all posted in French, minimally.

At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. 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

Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada's largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:

Reporting to the Coordinator, Environment, you will be part of the Environment Department. You will ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.

• Identify non-compliances and execute continuous improvement initiatives;
• Carryout tasks required to maintain compliance with environmental regulations, including compliance inspections, compliance sampling (water/air/soil), environmental monitoring and worker education;
• Liaise with external laboratories to ensure the timely receipt of samples;
• Maintain and calibrate environmental monitoring equipment;
• Compile, analyze and maintain environmental monitoring data in EQuIS for regulatory reporting requirements;
• Collect field data in remote locations in diverse environmental conditions;
• Complete wildlife surveys, monitoring and management as required
• Respond to environmental incidents and perform field follow ups after incidents;
• Actively participate in Health and Safety initiatives on site such as Safety Meetings, Toolbox Meetings, Risk Assessments, etc. ;

Ensure all field equipment is safe and in working order (boat, motor, snowmobile).

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

Bachelor's Degree or Technical Diploma in an environmental discipline, or equivalent qualifications and experience;

• 2-5 years of field experience, preferably in mining operations;
• Experience handling Snowmobile, ATVs and Boats;
• Possess a Valid Driver’s License, Firearm Possession and Acquisition License (PAL), and Pleasure Craft Operator Card (PCOC);
• Experience in collecting environmental compliance data (water, air and soil quality);
• Ability to work in adverse weather conditions;
• Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office software especially Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint.

Note that the official working language at Meadowbank Complex 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 and will accommodate to cover other travelling expenses according to your location of residence in Canada.