Technician, Open Pit Production Geology (Fly-In Fly-Out)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fly-in fly-out

On-site accommodations and meals

Job summary

Agnico Eagle Mines Limited is seeking a Technician in Open Pit Production Geology for a Fly-In Fly-Out assignment at our Meliadine operation. Reporting to the Open Pit Geology Coordinator, you will support drilling campaigns, data management and ore handling to ensure production targets are met.

The role requires a college diploma in mineral technology, at least 2 years in mining, a valid driver’s license, and strong MS Office skills.

Qualifications

• College diploma in mineral technology or equivalent, surveying knowledge is an asset.
• Minimum 2 years of mining industry experience, open pit experience is an asset.
• Valid driver's license is required.
• Cultural awareness for Arctic operations is an asset.
• Proficient with MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Manage tasks assigned by Open Pit Production Geology Coordinators.
• Assist with delineation drilling tasks, core handling, sampling and inspections.
• Lay out ore packets and refresh as needed.
• Mark 'no dig' and blast limit lines as required.
• Install and recover BMMs.
• Coordinate with production geologists and mine operations to move ore correctly.
• Collect blast hole samples and submit to the assay lab promptly.
• Maintain accurate files, maps, and records; ensure records are up to date.
• Perform other related departmental duties as required.

Skills

Mining experience

MS Office

Driver's license

Education

College Diploma in Mineral Technology

Tools

Surveying equipment (asset)

Job description

Job Description - Technician, Open Pit Production Geology (Fly-In Fly-Out) (MEL01652)

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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.

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YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE:

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

• Manage tasks as assigned to the position by the Open Pit Production Geology Coordinators;
• Assist the production geologists with the management of the OP delineation drilling campaign by participating to tasks such as handling core boxes, sampling drill core and diamond drill inspections
• Lay out ore packets and refresh as needed;
• Lay out “no dig” and “blast limit” lines when necessary and refresh as needed;
• Install and recover BMMs;
• Liaise with the production geologists and mine operations to ensure that contacts are respected, and ore material is moved to the appropriate destinations;
• Collect blast hole samples and drop them at the assay lab in a timely manner;
• Sample muck faces and/or test stockpiles;
• Assist with the production geology activities such that files, maps, and records are accurate and up to date in a timely manner;
• Performs other related departmental duties as required.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

• College Diploma in mineral technology or equivalent (experience with surveying practices and equipment is an asset);
• 2 years of experience in the mining industry (open pit experience is considered an asset);
• Hold a valid driver’s license;
• Cultural awareness and understanding of work in the Canadian Arctic is considered an asset;
• Excellent working knowledge of all Microsoft Office Suits applications especially Outlook, Excel, Word & PowerPoint.

Note that the official working language at Meliadine 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.