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FIELD TECHNICIAN
CENTRAL NL

JOB DESCRIPTION:
HR Project Partners is currently accepting resumes for a Field Technician on behalf of our client, Calibre, Valentine Gold Mine. The ideal candidate would have experience with chainsaws and other power tools along with GPS and navigation skills.

Reporting to the Exploration Supervisor, the Field Technician is responsible for performing various tasks to aid in the daily operations of the Exploration department. The incumbent will perform duties, such as loading and unloading tools or materials, washing excavated trenches, core cutting, cutting channel samples, till sampling, downhole surveying, GPS surveying, Rock Mass Rating (RMR) measurements, and other duties as required.

This position is located at the Project site, working on a 14 days in/14 days out rotation.

To apply for this position, please do so by clicking on the following URL link: https://career47.sapsf.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=1092&company=marathongo

Deadline to apply: Thursday, April 4, 2024.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

  • Demonstrate leadership in Health, Safety and Environment through personal behaviours and conversations.
  • Establish and promote a respectful and healthy work environment.
  • Promote a proactive approach of continuous improvement by reporting all Health, Safety and Environment incidents and communicate solutions.
  • Wash and clean recently excavated trenches.
  • Cut drill pads, trails and access roads with a chainsaw or brush saw.
  • Cut and collect channel samples in trenches.
  • Collect till and soil samples.
  • Prospect and collect grab rock samples.
  • Cut and move diamond drill core.
  • Downhole survey of diamond drill holes using Reflex surveying equipment.
  • Survey drill collar locations, trench outlines, and other features using high-accuracy GPS.
  • Rock Mass Rating measurements of diamond drill core.
  • Load and unload tools or materials.
  • General maintenance and repair of equipment.
  • Provide suggestions for improvement to the supervisor and implement those that are within your ability.
  • Participate in final inspections to ensure that work detailed on a work order has been completed as assigned.
  • Adhere to all company policies and procedures.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Experience with chainsaws and other power tools is considered an asset.
  • Experience with GPS and navigation skills is considered an asset.
  • Experience working in a remote industrial environment is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ATTRIBUTES:

  • Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental requirements at remote sites.
  • Relevant qualifications in appropriate area of expertise.
  • Strong knowledge of the OHS, mining, and construction regulations.
  • Knowledge of the repair and assembly of equipment.
  • Ability to read diagrams and/or instructions.
  • Flexibility regarding work activities and type of work requirements.
  • The ability to work in a multi-discipline, multi-tasking, team environment.
  • Attention to detail and keen on ensuring job is completed efficiently and correctly.
  • Ability to work in adverse terrain weather conditions.
  • Ability to do the following in accordance with the task for an extended period: climbing, crouching/squatting, kneeling/crawling, trunk bending, stooping, and reaching up and out for material.
  • Perform repetitive hand work and work with arms above shoulder height.
  • The ability to manage heavy physical work, which is defined as maximal lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling up to 50 lbs.
  • A valid driver license and a driver’s abstract.

ABOUT CALIBRE, VALENTINE GOLD MINE:
Calibre Mining Corporation is engaged in the exploration and development of the Valentine Gold Project (the “Project”) located in the central region of Newfoundland and Labrador. Once in production, it will be the largest gold mine in Atlantic Canada and a major employer in the province. Calibre is a public corporation (TSX:CXB) headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia with a regional office located in Grand Falls-Windsor, NL.

Additional corporate and Project information is available at www.calibremining.com

ABOUT US:
HR Project Partners Inc. (HRPP) is a Human Resources consulting company offering various services in Human Resources, both to individuals and to companies. One of those services is recruitment for companies on a provincial and national basis.

HR Project Partners is an equal opportunity employer.

While HR Project Partners appreciates all applications we receive, we advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

Job Overview

Posted date :
March 25, 2024
Job nature :
Full Time

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