Assay Lab Superintendent

Skeena Gold + Silver Limited is a Canadian mining company with a portfolio of exploration and development projects located in northwest British Columbia, Canada. Our current focus is on the revitalization of the high-grade, past-producing Eskay Creek gold-silver mine. Skeena is committed to leading the industry in reconciliation, diversity, and inclusion and we work in close collaboration with our Indigenous partners, leveraging their traditional knowledge and respect for the land.

As a Skeena employee, you will become part of a dynamic, innovative, and results-driven work environment. Together, alongside colleagues of diverse backgrounds and experience you will help us operate safely, protect the environment, positively contribute to our local communities and build a state of the art mine in Canada. Come join our team to be a part of this amazing opportunity!

Reporting directly to the Technical Services Manager, Operations, the Assay Lab Superintendent, is responsible for managing all operations at the Assay Lab on the Eskay Creek project site. This role oversees a team of technicians, develops and manages the annual operating budget, and ensures efficient financial procurement. Key duties also include maintaining an optimized inventory of consumables, performing complex analyses and reporting, establishing key performance indicators (KPIs), and communicating KPI performance to stakeholders.

Additionally, the Superintendent ensures compliance with health and safety policies by implementing necessary protocols, developing standard operating procedures (SOPs), and overseeing equipment calibration and maintenance. This position also drives business initiatives to secure and maintain relevant lab accreditations and validations.

As site construction progresses, the lab will need to be relocated and expanded. The Superintendent will lead this transition, managing all aspects of the move, facility expansion, and integration of new modules, such as the metallurgy wing, while also planning for staffing requirements.

Working closely with the Operations and Exploration teams, the Superintendent ensures sample processing is prioritized, turnaround times are met, data analysis is accurate, and off-site or third-party testing is effectively coordinated.

Leadership & Team Management

Financial & Budget Management

Quality Assurance & Compliance

Performance Monitoring & Reporting

Collaboration & Communication

Data & Inventory Management

Equipment & Facility Maintenance

External Testing & Assay Procedures

Operational Flexibility

The Ideal Candidate Education / Qualifications

Experience / Skills

Work Location & Conditions

This is a site-based camp job at Eskay Creek Mine site. This position involves working at a remote mine site on a 15 days on/13 days off rotation.

The Eskay Creek Revitalization Project is located within the Coast Mountains of Northwestern British Columbia and Tahltan Territory. Ground transportation will be provided from local communities to the Eskay Creek Site facilities. For those applicants located elsewhere in western Canada, flight transportation from major urban centers will be provided to the Terrace or Smithers airports, from which shuttles will provide transportation to the Eskay Creek Camp facilities. Travel time and expenses are subject to Skeena’s Travel Policy.

There will be exposure to extreme temperatures in all seasons including working outdoors in snow, mud, ice, and water conditions, walking to and from different locations on uneven ground, prolonged periods of standing and physically handling/lifting/moving heavy objects.

All Applicants MUST be legally entitled to work in Canada. Priority hiring consideration will be given to Indigenous Nations members who reside within the territories our projects are located.

The expected salary range for this position is CA$130,000 - CA$145,000, in line with the competitive job market for rotational-shift roles carried out in remote locations in British Columbia. Salary ranges are guidelines and any job offer received by a candidate will be determined on a number of factors such as relevant education, training, and/or experience.