Instrumentation Technician

WHAT DOES AGNICO EAGLE VALUE?

At Agnico Eagle, our values never waver. We believe in trust, respect, equity, family and responsibility. Why? Because they express who we are, and they have helped us succeed in business for over 60 years. We value

– your unique set of skills and experience. We value your willingness to build those skills and make a meaningful contribution to our company. And, we value your commitment to treat every person on our team with respect, helping us to operate safely, protect the environment and make a positive contribution to our local communities.

Canadian-based and led, Agnico Eagle is Canada's largest mining company and the second largest gold producer in the world. It produces precious metals from operations in Canada, Australia, Finland and Mexico and has a pipeline of high-quality exploration and development projects. Agnico Eagle is a partner of choice within the mining industry, recognized globally for its leading sustainability practices. Agnico Eagle was founded in 1957 and has consistently created value for its shareholders, declaring a cash dividend every year since 1983.

Agnico Eagle Mines' Detour Lake Mine is situated on the traditional homelands of the Apitipi Anicinapek Nation, Moose Cree First Nation, and Taykwa Tagamou Nation. In honoring our relationships with and commitments to our Partner Nations, Agnico Eagle prioritizes the hiring of members from these Nations. Additionally, Agnico Eagle has entered into an agreement with the Métis Nation of Ontario, and therefore, we also prioritize citizens of the Métis Nation of Ontario. To support this commitment, members from these Nations seeking employment opportunities at the Detour Lake Mine are encouraged to self-identify during the job application process. This ensures that we can consider your application appropriately in line with our dedication to supporting our Partner Nations.

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In compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, Agnico Eagle Mining (AEM) is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities. Accommodation is available, upon request, for candidates participating in the recruitment process.

Reporting to the Process Plant Electrical Supervisor, you will be part of the Process Plant Maintenance Department. You will be responsible for the completion of instrumentation related maintenance tasks in the Process Plant. You will also ensure that the goals and objectives are achieved while promoting and respecting Agnico Eagle’s values, Health & Safety Code of Conduct and the environment.

- Completes planned maintenance tasks on instrumentation equipment in a timely and efficient manner;

- Repairs and calibrates all onsite electronic and pneumatic instrumentation loops and equipment including flow meters and transmitters, nuclear density gauges, controllers, recorders, material weighting devices, control valves, valve positioners and PLC’s;

- Provides instrumentation expertise and applying advanced analytical and trouble-shooting skills to assist Operations, Maintenance and Technical personnel in identifying and solving day-to-day equipment problems;

- Works from drawings and manuals in the installation and commissioning of new instrumentation equipment;

- Analyzes work procedures and make recommendations to improve their effectiveness;

- Participates in failure analysis and/or risk analysis as required;

- Participate in activities that contribute to the overall achievement of World Class safety performance where safety is owned and embraced by everyone;

- Promote a positive health, safety and environment culture and the Internal Responsibility System.

What You Need To Succeed

- Certificate of Qualification as an Instrumentation Technician (Ontario #447A) with a minimum of two years’ experience in an industrial setting Expertise in computer-based maintenance systems (experience in JDE specifically would be considered an asset);

- Valid Inter provincial Instrument Mechanic Trades Certificate (Red Seal #2243) is an asset;

- Additional Trades Qualifications as an Electrician or Linesman, Radiation Safety Officer (RSO) would be considered an asset;

- Familiarity with reading schematics and blueprints;

- High detail-oriented and organized;

- Effective communicator and able to work collaboratively with a team.

Your Work Schedule

- Schedule: 14/14 schedule at our Detour Lake Mine;

- Accommodations and meals are provided on site at no cost to the employee. Agnico Eagle provides transportation to and from the mine site and will accommodate to cover other travelling expenses according to your location of residence in Canada.