Core Technician

Job Description

If you thrive on challenge and collaboration, Barrick offers opportunities on a global scale. Our remarkable people have made us the leading gold mining company, and we’re looking for more people to join our team—people who are motivated, energetic, eager to learn and grow. We make it a priority to support the aspirations of every individual, with international opportunities, ongoing training and development, and first-class benefits.

Barrick is looking for a full-time Core Technician to assist the Geology team. Reporting to the Core Shack Coordinator, your primary duty will be to provide support in maintaining continuous operation of logging activities. You will work within our team of professional geologists and technicians in a fast-paced work environment.

- Proven commitment to workplace safety.

- Operation and maintenance of an automated core saw.

- Cutting and sampling of core ensuring proper QAQC.

- Operating a Volvo forklift to safely move pallets and crates.

- Moving core boxes using a pallet jack and loading/unloading of core benches by hand.

- Organizing cutting room, core logging area, and core lay down area.

- Shelving and stacking core boxes on pallets as directed, maintaining proper order.

- Accurate record keeping and basic file management.

- Maintaining facility inventory/ ordering and resupplying as needed.

- Preparing gold standard packages.

- Check QAQC of samples for dispatch.

Qualifications

- Highschool diploma or equivalent

- Self-motivated/ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision.

- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

- Able to physically meet the requirements for the position, including but not limited to: standing for long periods and repeatedly lifting 33kg (70lbs) multiple times daily.

- Demonstrated good attendance and performance records with the ability to maintain these same standards.

- Comfortable using personal computers with the Windows operating system, good typing skills and general word processing skills an asset.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

What We Can Offer You

- A comprehensive compensation package including competitive bonuses, benefits, pension, and company match share purchase plan.

- A progressive career path including global opportunities

- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team

- Access to a global network of highly qualified professionals for exchanging knowledge and ideas, building skills, and sharing experiences

- Barrick is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

Barrick welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Our mission is to be the world’s most valued gold and copper mining business. We are committed to partnering with our host countries and communities to transform their natural resources into tangible benefits and mutual prosperity.

Barrick is a leading global mining, exploration and development company. With one of the largest portfolios of world-class and life-long gold and copper assets in the industry - including six of the world's Tier One gold mines - Barrick's operations an projects span 18 countries and five continents. Barrick is also the largest gold producer in the United States. We create real, long-term value for all stakeholders through responsible mining, strong partnerships, and a disciplined approach to growth. Barrick shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "B" and on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol "ABX".

Hemlo has produced more than 21 million ounces of gold and has been operating continuously for more than 30 years. It consists of the Williams mine operation, including an underground mine, and 4mtpa gold processing facility. Hemlo is located about 350 kilometers east of Thunder Bay, Ontario on Highway 17. Situated nearby the beautiful North Shore of Lake Superior, Hemlo works closely with our Indigenous communities of Biigtigong Nishnaabeg and Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg and the townships of Marathon, Manitouwadge and White River. An area of extensive natural beauty for all outdoor pursuits from hiking in national and state parks, all types of water sports, hunting, fishing, and camping.