Core Cutting Technician (6 month contract)- EN

Description Improve the processes of today

Define the best practices of tomorrow

At Côté Gold, we focus on what we contribute, not just what we extract. We believe that in order for prosperity to be sustained, it must be shared, it must support the well-being of our employees and our communities, and it must be achieved with minimal impact to the environment.

Côté Gold is being developed in partnership with the Mattagami First Nation, Flying Post First Nation and Métis Nation of Ontario, Region 3.

The open-pit gold mine is a joint venture between IAMGOLD and Sumitomo Metal Mining Co. Ltd. and is operated by IAMGOLD. We are located near Gogama, Ontario, with access to stable infrastructure and strong connections with our local communities.

Accessing Opportunities at Côté Gold

IAMGOLD is committed to treating all people in a way that respects their dignity and independence. Should you require any support or accommodation during the recruitment process or otherwise, please notify us when you apply and we will work to meet your accessibility needs.

Core Cutting Technician - (6 Month Fixed Term Contract)

The

Core Cutting Technician

assists with and performs field/core shack related activities pertaining to the safe and efficient execution of an Exploration Drill campaign.

Key Responsibilities

Area 1:

Assist and provide support to the Côté Gold geological team.

- Receive, organize, and prepare drill core boxes for cutting.

- Cut core samples in half with a wet saw for further examination and obey operating guidelines for all equipment used in this process.

- Organize and orient core in boxes prior to cutting to preserve geological context.

- Minimize sample loss and contamination during cutting.

- Label and bag core samples for shipment to assay labs.

- Maintain and clean core cutting equipment and work area.

- Record daily progress and report any issues to supervisors.

- Follow all health, safety, and environmental protocols, including use of PPE.

- Assist with stacking/unstacking core boxes and general core shack duties.

Area 2

Operational Excellence.

- Commit to continuous learning and improvement.

- Continually seek to improve skills.

- Watch for inefficiencies or problems.

- Ensure problems and inefficiencies are shared with others.

- Work collaboratively to troubleshoot and resolve problems.

Job Qualifications

Minimum Requirements And Nice To Haves

minimum qualifications, formal education, certifications or equivalents

- Grade 12 or equivalent

- Registration in a geology / geological engineering program at university or college is considered an asset.

Work experience - Nature & Length

- A minimum of 3 months of related work experience is an asset.

- Previous experience in mineral exploration is considered an asset.

Additional Qualifications - Competency Requirements

- Ability to adapt to changing environmental conditions, such as cold, snow, rain, heat, etc.

- Ability to operate a telehandler.

- Ability to lift and carry up to 20kg (44lbs).

- Basic computer skills.

- Good observational and analytical skills.

- Good written and oral communication.

- Excellent organizational skills.

- Ability to work independently.

- Standard First and CPR certification is considered an asset.

- Surface Miner Common Core is considered an asset.

What We Offer

IAMGOLD believes in rewarding outstanding performance with an equally outstanding total rewards package. Our attractive offerings include:

- Competitive Salary and Bonus

- Extended Health, Dental and Insurance Benefit Coverage

- Health Spending Account

- Fitness & Wellness Subsidy

- Employee & Family Assistance Program

- Registered Pension Plan with Company Match

- Employee Share Purchase Plan with Company Match

- TFSA & RRSP

- Electric Vehicle Subsidy

Empowering People – Extraordinary Performance

IAMGOLD is a leading mid-tier gold producer and developer based in Canada, with operating mines in North America and West Africa. Throughout our 30 year history, we have demonstrated our commitment to responsible and sustainable mining practices, and our

Zero Harm®

commitment ensures that we continually strive to reach the highest standards in human health and safety, minimize our impact on the environment and support the development of the local communities in which we proudly operate.

At IAMGOLD we believe that by engaging, empowering and supporting each other, we can achieve extraordinary performance. Our core values guide us; we are driven to excellence in everything we do, we are accountable and operate with transparency, we conduct ourselves with respect and embrace diversity, we grow with teamwork, learning and innovation.

IAMGOLD is proud to be recognized on the 2023 Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index.

Primary Location

Canada

Work Locations

06 - Cote Gold Mine Site

Job

Exploration

Organization

Cote Gold

Job Posting

Jul 15, 2025, 3:00:08 PM