Field Operations & Logistics Manager

Company Description

Western Copper and Gold (TSX/NYSE American: WRN) is advancing the world-class, critical minerals Casino mining project through environmental permitting, development and ultimately project construction in the Yukon. With a strategic investment from two of the largest mining companies (Rio Tinto and Mitsubishi Materials), and an organizational commitment to sustainable mining practices, the Company has the potential to become a landmark, multi-generational business in Canada.

Position Summary

The Company is looking for a Field Operations and Logistics Manager (“Manager”) to be responsible for the overall management of field operations and logistics for the Casino copper and gold project in the Yukon Territory. The Manager is responsible for ensuring that all operational, logistical, and facility-related aspects of camp and field support run safely, smoothly, and efficiently. This role prepares recommendations, plans, establishes contracts, oversees camp set up and daily operations, supports with a variety of supporting site services, coordinates staff and vendor logistics, manages supplies and equipment (including maintenance), and supports the delivery of an exceptional camp experience. The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, solutions-oriented, comfortable in a fast-paced environment, and passionate about creating a safe, functional, and welcoming camp environment.

The Manager will be office-based in Whitehorse, Yukon during the off season when camp is not open and full-time at site when open. Even when camp is not open, there are regular trips to and activities on site including environmental monitoring, site visits, and third party uses. Program and task planning, procurement, coordinating with others, trade-off studies, continuous improvement of policies, processes, and templates are year-round responsibilities. The ideal candidate is experienced with short and long-term planning and has experience in operations and field work in a northern climate.

The position will report directly to the VP, Projects and will work closely with the existing team.

Location

The Field Operations and Logistics Manager will be based full-time in the Yukon. Regular rotations on site will be required when camp is open.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead health and safety initiatives to ensure compliance and continuous improvement with health, safety, human resources, and regulatory requirements as well as be the point person for emergency procedures and safety protocols.

• Negotiate contracts and manage camp and field support operations and logistics, ensuring programs run according to agreed scope and on schedule and on budget.

• Support the ongoing management of mineral claims and permits proactively to ensure compliance and realize opportunities.

• Manage, maintain, and upgrade site facilities, equipment, and grounds to keep facilities and infrastructure clean, safe and functional for immediate and longer-term use.

• Responsible for all equipment (mobile, vehicles, generators, etc.) at site including preventative maintenance, repair, rebuild, and vendor/supplier relationships

• Manage procurement, inventory, storage, and distribution of supplies, spare parts, and materials, for camp operations and equipment.

• Manage drill core and surface samples.

• Support the environmental team’s oversight and management of site reclamation projects.

• Work closely with the Environmental Manager and the Senior Director of Environment and Regulatory Affairs to ensure environmental field programs run safely and smoothly.

• Responsible for daily and other regular, internal and external, reporting.

• Responsible for multi-year planning related to permitting constraints, including fuel storage, barging, winter roads, etc.

• Conduct field-related trade-off studies, including optimizing logistics and other support services, procurement of equipment, and similar

• Development of short and long-term camp maintenance plans for preventative maintenance, emergency repairs and scheduled replacements,

• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• Minimum 10 years of project camp experience with progressively increased management responsibilities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Management, Logistics, Geology or Engineering or a related discipline is an asset (but not a prerequisite depending on previous work experience).

• Knowledge of safety standards, emergency procedures, or risk management.

• Industrial First Aid/CPR, Wilderness First Responder, or equivalent.

Required Skills

• Strategic thinker with strong consultative, organization, and time-management skills and a practical, hands-on leader.

• Highly collaborative, credible and communicative style that fosters the development of strong relationships and trust at all levels of the organization.

• Good computer skills including proficiency with Excel and Word.

• Ability to interpret financial data, estimate and control costs, and manage schedules.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

• Excellent communication skills, including presenting to management and other key stakeholders.

• Ability to identify key technical and business issues and develop innovative solutions.

• Ability to plan and implement effectively and achieve results.

To apply, please send your cover letter and resume to employment@westerncopperandgold.com. Please include ‘Field Operations and Logistics Manager’ in the subject line of your email response.

While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.