Job Description

Workplace Type: OnsiteAbout NewmontAt Newmont, wexe2x80x99re not just a world-leading gold and metals producer xe2x80x93 wexe2x80x99re a team united by our commitment to shaping a more inclusive, sustainable, and responsible mining industry. Joining us means becoming part of a global, diverse workforce where everyone is valued, empowered, and encouraged to grow. Our people are the heart of our success, bringing exceptional skill, integrity, and dedication to everything we do as an organization and wexe2x80x99re dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.About Red ChrisOur Red Chris Mine, located in the heart of Northern British Columbia on the traditional territory of the Tahltan Nation. A short distance from Iskut and Dease Lake, Our fly-in, fly-out site offers access from various points across British Columbia and Alberta. Red Chris currently operates as an open-pit copper and gold mine with a promising future to transition to a high-value underground block cave operation. To learn more about the Red Chris Block Cave project, visit ourAt Red Chris, we prioritize the health, safety, and comfort of our team. Our accommodations include reliable Wi-Fi, nutritious meals, recreational facilities, a well-equipped gym with fitness classes, and access to on-site counselling. We offer competitive salaries, retirement savings matching, transportation and PPE allowances, and opportunities for career development. Our workplace is drug- and alcohol-free, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member is empowered to take initiative, care for one another, and contribute to our collective success.PurposeOur Red Chris operation is now recruiting for the position of Sample Prep Assay with a competitive hourly rate of $34.72. We are seeking an individual for a Fly In, Fly Out opportunity working on a two weeks in, two weeks out rotation.Sample Preparation is responsible for safe, quality intake and preparation of samples for submission to the Assay Lab for data analysis and reporting. Tasks are related to process control and validation for mill and mine operations customers.Essential Duties

• Strong commitment and adherence to all Safety Policies and Procedures
• Follow all operational and quality control SOPs
• Collection of samples
• Sample intake, registration and documentation
• Data management to include using Laboratory Information Management Software (LIMS)
• Sample staging, storage and disposal
• Drying, crushing, pulverizing and splitting samples
• Preparing daily mill and mine samples
• Preparing basic metallurgy test samples
• Perform analysis to include % moisture, screen fraction separation, etc.
• Helping with waste and recycling management
• Basic equipment maintenance
• Housekeeping and cleaning
• Any other assignments or projects assigned by the Assay Lab Supervisor
• Ability to build professional relationships with internal customers to include geology, metallurgy, mill operations, mine operations and tailings impoundment area

Training & Experience

• Minimum of 1 year experience in sample preparation
• Demonstrate safe and healthy work practices
• Able to work 14 days work (day and night shift) with 14 days rest
• Wear appropriate PPE to include respiratory protection
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision once familiar with requirements
• A team player that works well with others
• Must have time management skills, strong attention to detail and work well under changing priorities
• Competent in instrumentation including balances, ovens, crushers and pulverizers
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple sample types and workflows
• Clerical and documentation management skills
• Computer skills involving instrument software, MS Office suite and LIMS
• Valid driverxe2x80x99s licence required
• Physically able to work on feet for extended periods of time; routinely lifting 5 to 10 kg and regularly 15 to 20 kg

At Newmont, our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that everyone can work to their full potential, free from discrimination, while respecting the cultures, religions, and governance of the regions in which we operate. Guided by our values of Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, Responsibility, and Inclusion we are dedicated to creating a culturally rich and supportive environment.For our Red Chris employees, we also offer a competitive and inclusive benefits package to support the physical, mental, financial and emotional wellbeing of employees. This role will be eligible for various benefits, including: medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance;life, accidental death and dismemberment, and critical illness insurance; short-term and long-term disability; RRSP; employee assistance program (EAP); wellbeing reimbursement program; tuition reimbursement; and paid time off. All bonuses and benefits are subject to the applicable eligibility and program/plan terms, and may be modified or terminated at Newmontxe2x80x99s sole discretion.If you share our values and feel you can make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply xe2x80x93 wexe2x80x99d love to hear from you!

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