Geological Labourer - 12 month Temporary

Make an impact at Canada’s premier mining company.

When you advance your career at New Gold, you are joining a Canadian-focused intermediate gold mining company engaged in the operation, development and exploration of mineral properties. Our mission is be a leading intermediate gold producer, driving responsible and profitable mining in a way that creates sustainable value for our employee, shareholders, the communities in which we live and work and our environment. New Gold would like to acknowledge the lands and resources of the Treaty 3 Territory and respect the traditional values of our First Nation partners. To learn more about New Gold, visit our website at To learn more about our culture and people practices, visit the

New Gold attracts and hires highly skilled individuals. By joining our team, you can look forward to:

- A stimulating values-based work environment

- A culture of collaboration and inclusion

- Inspiring colleagues and approachable leaders

- Career development opportunities

- A deeply rooted commitment to responsible mining, health and safety and community engagement

- A competitive total compensation program

- A comprehensive benefits package including a retirement savings plan

Rainy River Mine

Situated in beautiful northwestern Ontario, 65 km northwest of Fort Frances, the Rainy River Mine is an open pit and underground, gold and silver producing, residential mine site.

The Rainy River Mine, located adjacent to the Ontario / Minnesota border is 65 Kilometers northwest of Fort Frances, Ontario and is situated half way between Winnipeg, Manitoba and Thunder Bay, Ontario. The area is home to more than 130 species of birds and large populations of moose, black bear and deer. If you enjoy outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, winter sports and lake country then this is an area you will love to live and work in.

Applicants who reside in Northwestern Ontario and have experience working in a cross-cultural environment, coupled with knowledge of the unique challenges and opportunities presented to those living in the Northwest Ontario, are assets. Hiring priority will be given to qualified applicants who are beneficiaries of the Impact Benefits Agreement (IBA) and to qualified applicants residing in the Northwest Ontario communities. (Indigenous) Members must clearly identify their status on the online job application and resume if they wish to receive priority consideration.

About The Role Schedule:

Shift 14/14 – 12 hour days only

Position Reports To:

Senior Geologist

Position Overview

We are currently seeking a dedicated and hard-working individual to join our team as a Geological Labourer for a term of 12-month contract with the potential for a full-time opportunity. The role of the Geological Labourer is to support the Geology team with various tasks which includes/but not limited to sampling, preparation work, and diamond drilling. Ensure all activities are carried out in conformance with New Gold’s policies and procedures including cultural, safety and environmental. No prior experience is required. The successful applicant will receive on the job training to acquire the necessary skills and knowledge required for the position. We are looking for an applicant who will have great attendance, positive work attitude, works safely and has the willingness to learn.

Preference will be given to local residents of the Rainy River District. Please note that travel and accommodations are not available for this role.

Duties And Responsibilities

- Diamond Drillhole sampling.

- Data entry.

- Delivery of samples to assay lab.

- Geotechnical logging of core.

- Sample collection.

- Assay lab prep area work as required.

- Moving core.

- Variety of other geology related tasks.

Qualifications

- Proper sampling techniques.

- Repetitive lifting.

- Proper sample labeling.

- Aptitude to demonstrate safety procedures is essential in this role.

- Ability to read and comprehend instructions and signage.

- Ability to understand and follow Safety Operating Practices.

- Ability to think and act decisively.

- DDH core movement and other general labour activities as required.

- Must have a valid Canadian Driver's license

Working Conditions

- Working in dusty and noisy environment.

- Shiftwork days only rotations, working inside, outside and variable weather environment.

We thank all applicants for their interest but will only contact candidates selected to advance in the hiring process. New Gold does not accept resumes from employment placement agencies, head-hunters or recruitment suppliers that are not in a forma contractual arrangement with the Company. Any resume or other information received from a supplier not approved by New Gold will be considered unsolicited and will not be considered.

Inclusion, Equal Opportunity, Accessibility

New Gold is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the recruitment process are available upon request.

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