Technician, Mining, Plant

Newmont Corporation; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

15% Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)

Remote camp setting with private Accom

Onsite meals, gym, recreation &娱乐

Travel allowance & transportation

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Newmont Corporation is seeking Mining Control Systems Technicians for the Brucejack mine in Kitimat-Stikine, BC. This remote-camp role supports and maintains industrial control systems for mineral processing operations, with private accommodations and full camp facilities.

Ideal candidates bring an engineering degree or equivalent certs, hands-on ICS experience, and strong troubleshooting and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or electrical/instrumentation trade certs; or CompTIA A+/Network+ certifications.
• Experience supporting ICS in mining, processing or heavy industry.
• Hands-on with DCS/SCADA platforms (DeltaV, ControlLogix/CompactLogix, Modicon).
• Ability to read P&IDs, electrical schematics and loop drawings.
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with industrial networks, protocols and system interfaces.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work in extreme environments with PPE and safety requirements.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds; pre-employment drug/alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Support, maintain and troubleshoot ICS in mining or heavy industry.
• Collaborate with control systems and operations teams to ensure reliability.
• Read and interpret electrical diagrams, P&IDs and system documentation.

Skills

DCS/SCADA platforms

P&ID interpretation

Troubleshooting

Industrial networks

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Manual material handling

Education

Engineering degree in Control Systems/Electrical/Mechatronics or related

Electrical/Instrumentation Trade Certification

CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications

Tools

AVEVA PI Vision

DeltaV

ControlLogix/CompactLogix

Modicon

Job description

Mining Control Systems Technicians - Brucejack - Camp + Transportation Provided - Up to $113,900/year - Kitimat-Stikine, BC

Newmont is seeking Control Systems Technicians for their Brucejack gold mine in Kitimat-Stikine, British Columbia. This is a unique opportunity to work in a remote, world-class mining environment, supporting and maintaining industrial control systems for mineral processing operations. The ideal candidates will have strong technical expertise, adaptability, and a commitment to safety, joining a tight-knit team in a challenging and rewarding setting.

Perks & Benefits

• Competitive base salary: $85,400 - $113,900 per year
• 15% Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)
• Remote camp setting with private accommodations provided
• Onsite meals, gym, recreation, and entertainment facilities
• Travel allowance and transportation arrangements included
• Comprehensive benefits package (details not specified)

What You’ll Need

• Engineering degree in Control Systems, Electrical, Computer, Mechatronics or related discipline; OR Electrical/Instrumentation Trade Certification; OR CompTIA A+ and Network+ certifications
• Demonstrated ability to support, maintain, and troubleshoot ICS in mining, processing, or heavy industrial environments
• Hands‑on experience with DCS/SCADA platforms (e.g., DeltaV, ControlLogix/CompactLogix, Modicon)
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, electrical schematics, loop drawings, and technical documentation
• Advanced troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Familiarity with industrial networks, communication protocols, and system interfaces
• Effective communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work in environments with temperature extremes, mechanical equipment, electrical hazards, chemicals, fumes, and airborne particulates
• Ability to manually handle materials or equipment up to 50 pounds
• Mandatory use of PPE and pre‑employment drug & alcohol testing

What Will Make You Stand Out

• Additional qualifications in Process Control or ICS
• 3+ years of experience supporting mineral processing control systems
• Experience with AVEVA PI Vision or other historian platforms
• Knowledge of industrial communication protocols (e.g., Modbus TCP/IP, OPC, Profibus)
• Understanding of IT/OT fundamentals, including virtualization, databases, and cybersecurity
• Experience specifying instrumentation and control system components
• Commissioning experience with modern motor control systems
• Experience developing or modifying PCS/DCS configurations, HMI applications, and control narratives
• Familiarity with advanced regulatory and control strategies (e.g., cascade, feedforward)
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish